McMillan Heritage Plastering Specialising in Traditional Ornamental Plastering and Heritage Restoration National Trust of Queensland Multi-award Winner 2019, 2018, 2017, 2015, 2014 “Scott McMillan’s work was Scott McMillan, the owner and director of McMillan Heritage Plastering is a member of Australia ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments always to an extremely high and Sites). standard, befitting a craftsman www.australia.icomos.org of his skill, training and integrity. Indeed his commitment to maintaining traditional methods and applying those to restoration work is exemplary. It is heartening to know that craftsmen such as Mr McMillan - although McMillan Heritage Plastering is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Chapter of the Building Limes Forum, an organisation which very rare - still exist. We works internationally to encourage expertise and understanding in the use recommend him most highly.” of building limes. www.buildinglimesforum.org.uk - Allen Hunter & Carmel Dyer Owners of Toonarbin www.mcmillanheritageplastering.com.au McMillan Heritage Plastering National Trust of Queensland Multi-award Winner Specialising in Traditional Ornamental Plastering and Heritage Restoration McMillan Heritage Plastering has been formally recognised for demonstrating excellence in the conservation of heritage buildings through the National Trust of Queensland Heritage Awards; McMillan Heritage Plastering Pty Ltd is a niche company providing expertise in ornamental and traditional lime plasterwork. We offer professional consultations for heritage buildings and sites which require • Silver Award recipient: 2019 National Trust of Queensland Heritage plaster repairs and restorations. The company is owned and operated by a Awards for works at ‘Rockhampton City Hall’ leading master craftsman trained in Scotland to the highest levels in the art of decorative plasterwork. • Silver award recipient: 2018 National Trust of Queensland Heritage Awards for works at ‘Garth House Remnant Fence’ Our difference lies in our ability to restore original plasterwork and ornate • High Commendation award recipient: 2017 National Trust of mouldings through the employment of traditional materials and ‘in-situ’ Queensland Heritage Award for works at ‘Walter Reid Community methods. These careful methods and quality materials give the best match and Arts Centre Rockhampton’ assist with maintaining the integrity and character of original craftsmanship. • Sole recipient: 2015 Professional Award for Outstanding McMillan Heritage Plastering has completed traditional plasterwork Contributions to Heritage Conservation in Queensland, 2015 restorations on Queensland’s most esteemed heritage-listed sites including National Trust of Queensland Heritage Awards Parliament House Brisbane, The Old Museum Brisbane, Naldham House Brisbane, The Regent Brisbane, Toowoomba City Hall, Rockhampton City • Gold award recipient: 2014 Queensland Heritage Council Awards Hall, The NAB Building Brisbane, Glen Lyon estate Brisbane, Government for works at ‘Hanworth House’ House Brisbane, Toonarbin estate Brisbane, Collins Place Brisbane, The • Sole recipient: 2014 John Herbert Memorial Award for works at Walter Reid Building Rockhampton, Stanley Hall at St Rita’s College, ‘Hanworth House’ Hanworth House Brisbane and the South Brisbane Train Station. • Silver award recipient: 2014 Queensland Heritage Council Awards In response to demand, McMillan Heritage Plastering is now operating for works at ‘South Brisbane Train Station’ Australia wide. • High Commendation award recipient: 2014 Queensland Heritage Council Awards for works at ‘Stanley Hall within St Rita’s College’ • High Commendation award recipient: 2014 Governor’s Heritage Awards for works at ‘Toonarbin’ FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS The Regent, Brisbane The Walter Reid Cultural Centre The Regent was built in 1927 as the largest and most ornate theatre in The heritage-listed Walter Reid Cultural Centre building was originally Brisbane. The magnificent decorative plasterwork within the theatre building constructed in 1902 for Rockhampton wholesaler Walter Reid & Co. Today the has delighted visitors of all ages for many decades. building is a proud and prominent feature of the city’s historic warehouse precinct. McMillan Heritage Plastering carried out traditional plaster conservation works to the original fibrous plaster ceilings and decorative balconies in the McMillan Heritage Plastering was entrusted with the task of completing Grand Foyer room. significant traditional plaster restoration works on the exterior façades of both East Street and Derby Street. Cornice and pier capital restoration works were also completed in the Grand Entrance, along with decorative wall panel repairs in the adjoining Aromas These works included re-sealing the building’s entire horizontal parapet using coffee shop. the traditional scrub-fine technique, in-addition to re-surfacing the face front of decorative mouldings and solid existing plasterwork. McMillan Heritage Plastering also replaced the original coat-of-arms and globe features on Derby Street, and repaired and waterproofed the building’s basement. FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS Toowoomba City Hall The Old Museum Building The heritage-listed Toowoomba City Hall was built in 1900 and remains a The Old Museum Building is a treasured heritage listed site and was originally stately reminder of the importance of this regional town at the turn of called The Exhibition Building and Concert Hall from its construction in 1891. the century. When the Queensland Government took control of the building in 1897, it became home to The Queensland Museum. The master craftsmen at McMillan Heritage Plastering were enlisted as the heritage-plastering subcontractor for the refurbishment of the Toowoomba The master craftsmen at McMillan Heritage Plastering were involved in the City Hall’s art deco theatre. Considerable plaster conservation works were restoration of both turrets and gable ends on the eastern exterior façade looking carried out to the theatre’s original art deco ceilings including the conservation onto Gregory Terrace. Using traditional lime mortars and time-honoured of traditional art deco ornamental mouldings. techniques, the craftsmen replaced finials and stringcourses and also completed lime repairs on cupolas, finials and pier caps. Traditional scrub fine coatings McMillan Heritage Plastering also completed traditional decorative plastering were also applied to help reseal the exterior of the façade. works to the theatre proscenium including the restoration of enriched plaster friezes, along with the production and installation of new fibrous plaster panels Further traditional restoration works have since been completed to the western for the proscenium rebuild. face of the Concert Hall. FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS South Brisbane Train Station Built in 1891, South Brisbane Train Station is one of the oldest operating train stations in Queensland and is a heritage-listed site. The restoration sought to bring the station back to its former glory and celebrate its historical significance. With a focus on conservation, the plasterwork restoration included repair work to the main facade and its skirtings and windowsills, along with the refurbishment of decorative mouldings including globes and pillars. FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS FEATURED RESTORATION PROJECTS Stanley Hall, St Rita’s College, Clayfield Toonarbin Estate, West End Stanley Hall is a heritage-listed site and was a stately private residence from its This grand Georgian style house originates from the 1860s and has been construction in 1885 to 1926. During this time, the hall was home to several respectfully restored to preserve its historic integrity. affluent and influential owners who each made grand enhancements to the property. Since 1926, the hall has served as a central building of the St Rita’s All aspects of traditional plasterwork were carried out through this house Private Girls College. including the restoration of ceilings and walls, conservation of cornices and ceiling panels, and reproduction of ornate ceiling roses and The refurbishment of Stanley Hall involved the restoration of the original decorative mouldings. lath and plaster ceilings and walls using traditional sand and lime mortar with horsehair. Numerous interior and exterior ornamental mouldings were also conserved using time-honoured methods and techniques. Scott McMillan Master Craftsman of Traditional Plasterwork Owner & Director, McMillan Heritage Plastering Pty Ltd Office 0438 104 091 Mobile 0401 234 922 Email [email protected] Web www.mcmillanheritageplastering.com.au QBCC Contractor License number: 1244709 QBCC Supervisor License number: 1244707.