Nicholas Building

I’ve always found so much charm in this building and I don't think it's possible to know everything that is happening in there on any given day. I’ve been here for quite a few Laneway Learning classes and always try to take a wander around the floors on each visit. You just have to keep winding your way around to discover what is behind the many doors.My most recent visit was for a concrete poetry installation and the venue was just perfect for such a fascinating exhibit. It turned a couple of empty rooms into a space to linger and allow yourself to be immersed in the works. Getting to have a nice, long chat with Pi O made my week.Venues like this that can provide pop-up opportunities are important for artists and creatives, and a great way for the community to discover new makers to support and interact with.Even before relocating here, most visits to Melbourne included a trip to the Nicholas Building just to see what was ‘new’ at RetroStar Vintage Clothing. There are more shopping options in the building now, along with unique installations, events and workshops. It houses an interesting mix of businesses, makers and artists within the space, including pilates and tattoo studios.It’s always well worth keeping an eye out for quirky happenings as people move in and out of the building.

Beautiful architecture... heritage building of the Roman Catholic structure

What an interesting old building in Melbourne. You wouldn’t think there’s anything inside but in fact, there are heaps inside. Many independent small shops selling different things from clothes, to food, to yoga classes. The old style renovated lifts are interesting to look at. The whole building is worth a visit.You probably can spend a good hour just to look around the old structure like the gates, the doors and the hallways.

Fascinating old world charm. Pockets of various business. Great old lift. Corridors of a time in history..I attended an art exhibition which was fabulous although the owner of the space was as mad a cut snake, quite over reactive when he thought you would damage something..but the artist holding the exhibition was lovely, and talented.

This is such an amazing art place. We enjoyed checking out every floor and talking to artists from studios that were available. I wish they had more open houses. I support Nicholas Building and what it stands for. The art movie and the bar added to the enjoyment.

Hidden treasure trove Retro Star vintage clothing.Climb the stairs and find something groovy to wear.

What an amazing entrance hall. Beautiful!

Full of quirky and lovely businesses, the amount of art of the building and being made in the building is fantastic. The old charm of the building is something to be explored.

I was visiting Melbourne for work and accidentaly stumbled upon this wonderful old building that I didnt know it was an iconic one at that time. What drawn me here was the Vintage Sole signage. Sadly it was Sunday so everything was closed.I took a ride on the elevator and I felt like in a movie.. a bit eerie yet amazed with the vintage retro feel. Every detail of this building amazed me. Would love to go back and explore during weekdays.

Great galleries and pop up studios and exhibitions