Spending the day in Napier New Zealand was an unforgettable journey , one that will be remembered for the rest of my life !
Touring Art - Deco Historic town center and seeing all the different architectural styles was quite an educational experience.
I felt the Kidsons Building exemplified the true meaning of Art - Deco Architecture & design by having decorative motifs like the zigzag pattern found on the building.
After the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that shook Hawks Bay in 1931, the Kidsons building was rebuilt for the original owners "Smith & Chambers Trust Syndicate". The two story building was done in Art - Deco styling, with reinforced concrete and a washroom on the roof.
Local architect " H. Alfred Hill " designed the building/ Builders were " Holders Brothers ".
There were so many wonderful and beautiful Art -Deco buildings here in Napier the Art - Deco Capital of New Zealand. But the Kidsons Building was one of my favorite. Enjoy!
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