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Jan 14, 2015 · VANCOUVER -- 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...
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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This neoclassical temple bank was constructed in 1907 to house the BC Permanent Loan Company. The building was the Vancouver branch of the Bank of Canada between 1935-1966. The building was designed by leading architectural firm, Hooper and Watkins.
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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,...
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.
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- 330 West Pender St, Vancouver, V6B 1T1, British Columbia
Jun 13, 2018 · The well-known images of the artist immersed in a golden field of wheat with the towers of Wall Street looming in the background are now a touchstone for feminist art.
Nov 6, 2019 · The Permanent is a unique heritage wedding venue in downtown Vancouver. It features high celings, stain glass skylight. View The Permanent wedding photos!
