Discover the challenges and rewards of caring for a mid-century modern building in this unique and informative tour of Rose Seidler House. See fascinating details of the house and hear rich insights from Greg Holman, principal architect with Harry Seidler and Associates, and Museums of History NSW heritage specialists as they discuss their approach to periodic maintenance and repair – an approach that enshrines Harry Seidler’s vision for this remarkable and innovative building while protecting it as a public museum now and into the future.
You’ll also discover the fascinating contrast between preserving a museum like Rose Seidler House and maintaining a mid-century home for everyday functional living. While the museum follows a considered conservation path to maintain Harry Seidler’s vision, a lived-in home may need to evolve to meet a family’s changing needs. Our experts will break down these different approaches, exploring how unique design features and construction methods shape the ways we care for modernist spaces.
Rose Seidler House
71 Clissold Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076Plan your visit
- Sat 14 Feb 12pm–1.15pm
- Sat 14 Feb 2pm–3.15pm
Sat 14 Feb 4pm–5.15pm