Bank Lofts facts for kids
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| Location | 817 17th St Denver, Colorado 80202  United States |
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| Built | 1921 |
| Architect | William and Fisher & Fisher |
| Architectural style | Chicago Commercial |
| NRHP reference No. | 94000264 |
| Added to NRHP | March 25, 1994 |
The Bank Lofts is a cool old building in Denver, Colorado. It was built way back in 1921 and is now a special historic place listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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A Look Back: The Bank Lofts Story
This building, now known as the Bank Lofts, was originally called the US National/Guaranty Bank Building. It was designed by two famous architects, Arthur Addison Fisher and William Ellsworth Fisher, from a company called Fisher & Fisher. They built it in 1921. These architects also designed other important buildings in Denver, like the Denver City Tramway Building.
The Bank Lofts building is a great example of the Chicago Commercial style. This style is known for its strong, simple designs. The building is 10 stories tall, and its outside walls are covered in smooth, light-colored stone called limestone. It also has fancy bronze details around the storefront.
From Empty to Amazing
In the 1980s, the building was empty and almost torn down. But luckily, it was saved! On March 25, 1994, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important historic places in the United States.
After being listed, the building got a huge makeover in 1995. This renovation cost more than $10.9 million! The money came from special programs that help fix up old buildings and create affordable homes.
In 1996, the building was changed into apartments called "lofts" that people could rent.
Where It Is Today
Today, the Bank Lofts are in Denver's historic downtown area. It's right next to popular spots like LoDo and the 16th Street Mall.
Many other historic buildings are nearby, like the Boston Building and the American National Bank Building. The Bank Lofts now have 117 apartments. These apartments still have cool original features, like fancy crown molding and high ceilings. The company that owns and manages the building is called Aimco.
What's Inside Today?
Besides the apartments, the Bank Lofts building also has space for shops and restaurants. This retail space is about 11,293 square feet (1,049 square meters).
Currently, you can find a Bruegger's Bagels shop there. There's also a place called The Magnolia Ballroom and Three Sisters’ Café and Catering.
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The historic Bank Building is located in the heart of downtown Denver.
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An example of the Bank Building's converted loft spaces.
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An example of the Bank Building's converted loft spaces and windows.
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A converted kitchen in the historic Bank Building.
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The first floor retail tenants share a men's restroom which was converted from the former bank vault, still with the vault door.
