Blues Point Tower

Blues Point Tower is an 83-meter-high residential high-rise in McMahons Point, completed in 1962 and for a time the tallest residential building in Australia. Designed by Harry Seidler, the building grew out of an initiative meant to prevent the industrial redevelopment of the neighborhood. Originally planned with recessed terraces, the design was changed to Juliet balconies because of building regulations at the time. As Australia's first high-rise with owner-occupied apartments, it drew its first residents in 1962. Architecturally, the tower is regarded as a striking example of the International Style and was added to the local heritage register in 1993, even though many critics find it unattractive and out of keeping with its surroundings. Seidler himself always defended his work passionately. Today the building houses 144 apartments on 24 floors, and a maritime radar has also been installed on the roof since 2011.