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1600 Glenarm Place
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1600 Glenarm Place
General information
Status Complete
Type Residential
Location 1600 Glenarm Place, Denver, Colorado
Coordinates 39°44′38″N 104°59′23″W / 39.74389°N 104.98972°W / 39.74389; -104.98972
Completed 1967
Owner Northland Investment Corporation
Management Northland Glenarm, LLC.
Height
Roof 384 ft (117 m)
Technical details
Floor count 31
Design and construction
Architect Davis Partnership

1600 Glenarm Place is a very tall building, also known as a skyscraper, located in Denver, Colorado. It stands 384 feet (117 meters) high. This building was first built in 1967. It used to be an office building, but now it's a modern apartment complex. It's right in the middle of Downtown Denver, close to popular spots like the 16th Street Mall.

About 1600 Glenarm Place

This building is home to 333 apartments. It is a residential building, meaning people live there. It sits right on the corner of the 16th Street Mall and Glenarm Place. You can find it next to the Denver Pavilions, which is a popular shopping and entertainment area.

What's Inside the Building?

In 2011, the building got a big upgrade. Many new features were added for the people living there. These include a fitness center where residents can exercise. There is also a movie theater for watching films. A large outdoor terrace offers space to relax outside. The building also has a demonstration kitchen, a conference room, and a game room for fun.

How Tall Is It?

1600 Glenarm Place is one of the tallest buildings in Denver. It shares the title of the 21st tallest building in the city with two other buildings. Its height is 384 feet (117 meters) from the ground to the roof.

A Look Back: History of 1600 Glenarm Place

When the building was first finished in 1967, it was called the Security Life Building. It was used as an office building for many years.

The Top of the Rockies Restaurant

A long time ago, there was a restaurant on the very top floor. It was called "TOP OF THE ROCKIES." This restaurant had its own special glass elevator. This elevator was on the outside of the building. It went straight up to the restaurant, giving riders amazing views. The restaurant is no longer there today.

From Offices to Homes

After being an office building for a long time, things changed. In 2006, the Security Life Building was completely changed. It was converted from offices into apartments. This is when it became 1600 Glenarm Place, a luxury apartment complex.

Who Owns the Building?

The building is currently owned by the Northland Investment Corporation. A part of this company, called Northland Glenarm, LLC, manages the building. Before them, another company owned it until 2018.

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