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Jan 14, 2015 · The B.C. Permanent Building is one of downtown Vancouver’s hidden gems. With its elegant entrance columns and soaring two-storey interior, the building at 330 West Pender is a classic...
The architecture and design of this place plus the original pieces that are still intact makes this building come to life. Whether it is a corporate event, wedding or a birthday bash, they all fit perfectly with The Permanent.
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- Description of Historic Place
- Heritage Value
- Character-Defining Elements
The B.C. Permanent Building is a small-scale, two-storey temple form bank building clad in sandstone, with Neoclassical Revival details. It is located mid-block, on the south side of West Pender Street within the context of other commercial buildings of similar scale and age in central downtown Vancouver.
Significant as an excellent example of Neoclassical Revival, temple form design, the B.C. Permanent Building has survived relatively unaltered, retaining a high level of integrity. Built in 1907, the building is stylistically important for its strong, English Palladian style inspiration as seen in the rusticated stone facade, Diocletian window, vou...
Key elements that define the heritage character of the B.C. Permanent Building include its: - siting in an early commercial area of Vancouver among other commercial buildings - mid-block location on the north side of West Pender Street, built to the property line - contribution to the streetscape as part of an unbroken streetwall - commercial form,...
Aug 11, 2023 · A growing number of major buildings and landmarks in Vancouver feature special outdoor lighting that not only celebrates and accentuates architectural design details, but also commemorates important cultural occasions, events, anniversaries, and awareness campaigns.
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Aug 21, 2017 · Thousands of people flock to Vancouver's public spaces for solar eclipse (PHOTOS) The solar eclipse wasn’t necessarily “total” in Vancouver as it was in Lincoln Beach, Oregon (and other areas along the eclipse’s route to the East Coast), but Vancouverites still got to enjoy 86% totality at 10:21 am.
The Permanent combines classic elegance with modern comforts and appeals to discerning clients seeking a unique venue for their special event. Our comprehensive package includes rental options for tables, chairs, dimmable lighting, in-house AV, and security.
The Permanent is a Vancouver event space available for private and public bookings. Our heritage space makes a perfect event or wedding venue.
