Le Port-Royal Apartments facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Le Port-Royal |
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| General information | |
| Type | Apartments |
| Address | 1455, rue Sherbrooke Ouest Montreal, Quebec H3G 1L2 |
| Coordinates | 45°30′04″N 73°34′04″W / 45.50123°N 73.56790°W |
| Completed | 1964 |
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| Roof | 122 metres (400 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 33 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Ian Martin |
Le Port-Royal, also known as Port-Royal Apartments, is a very tall apartment building in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It stands on Sherbrooke Street in a famous part of the city called the Golden Square Mile. This building is 33 stories high and reaches about 122 meters (400 feet) into the sky.
It was finished in 1964. For many years, it was the tallest residential building in Canada, east of the city of Toronto. That changed in 2013 when another building, Altitude Montreal, was completed.
About Le Port-Royal
Le Port-Royal was built in a style called modernism. This means it has a simple, clean look. Its outside walls are made mostly of concrete and glass. The building is located at 1455 Sherbrooke Street West. It is right across from Mackay Street. It is also next to the historic Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul.
Living at Le Port-Royal
The building is known for its luxury apartments. These are high-end homes for people who want to live in a fancy part of Montreal. Living here means being in the heart of the city. It offers great views and easy access to many places.
Design and Construction
The architect who designed Le Port-Royal was Ian Martin. He created a building that was very modern for its time. The use of concrete and glass was a popular choice in the 1960s. This design helped the building stand out in the city. It became a landmark in Montreal's skyline.
