Buller House, 110 The Terrace, Wellington, is one of the examples of fine colonial architecture in Charles Fearnley’s “Vintage Wellington” (John Mclndoe Ltd). This is a splendid example of classical stone architecture reproduced in wood; the Government Buildings do it on a more elaborate scale. Ex-Wellingtonians will find scope for nostalgia in this collection of fine photographs; others may find something to envy. The photographs are of sociological interest too, as the photographer follows the emergence of an egalitarian society from grand houses and tiny huts to moderate-sized houses awkwardly supporting overmuch fretwork and top-heavy cupolas. Wellington’s special waterfront quality is enhanced as we see the facade of H.M. Customs and the dignified lines! of the utilitarian Patent Slip. Mr Fearnley often finds a high standard of design in unkempt buildings; some here have already been demolished. To balance the picture he shows other, well-preserved structures which are architectural follies. But the classical lines of the best vintage years appear despite Post Office wires and advertising hoardings.

Press, Volume CXI, Issue 32494, 2 January 1971, Page 10

Buller House, 110 The Terrace, Wellington, is one of the examples of fine colonial architecture in Charles Fearnley’s “Vintage Wellington” (John Mclndoe Ltd). This is a splendid example of classical stone architecture reproduced in wood; the Government Buildings do it on a more elaborate scale. Ex-Wellingtonians will find scope for nostalgia in this collection of fine photographs; others may find something to envy. The photographs are of sociological interest too, as the photographer follows the emergence of an egalitarian society from grand houses and tiny huts to moderate-sized houses awkwardly supporting overmuch fretwork and top-heavy cupolas. Wellington’s special waterfront quality is enhanced as we see the facade of H.M. Customs and the dignified lines! of the utilitarian Patent Slip. Mr Fearnley often finds a high standard of design in unkempt buildings; some here have already been demolished. To balance the picture he shows other, well-preserved structures which are architectural follies. But the classical lines of the best vintage years appear despite Post Office wires and advertising hoardings.