Goldie's Brae
Goldie's Brae (now 4 Goldies Brae and sometimes referred to as "the banana house" or "crescent house") is a historic building in Wadestown, Wellington, New Zealand classified as a "Category I" ("places of special or outstanding historical or cultural heritage significance or value") historic place by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust. It is considered remarkable for its relatively new construction material, concrete, and its eccentricity of design. It was designed by its original owner Dr Alexander Johnston, the Provincial Surgeon of Wellington.
| Goldie's Brae | |
|---|---|
Part of the house seen from Grosvenor Terrace | |
| General information | |
| Location | 4 Goldies Brae, Wadestown, Wellington, New Zealand |
| Coordinates | 41.267333°S 174.780153°E |
| Completed | 1876 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Dr Alexander Johnston |
| Official name | Goldie's Brae |
| Designated | 18-Mar-1982 |
| Reference no. | 216 |
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