Shaw Tower

Shaw Tower, Vancouver (Historic sites) — Fig. 01Shaw Tower© Bull-Doser · Public domain

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About Shaw Tower

Shaw Tower is a modern high-rise in downtown Vancouver that houses both office and residential space. Designed by James K. M. Cheng, the building stands out for its concrete structure and sleek aluminum curtain wall. The lower floors are mainly offices, including the British Columbia headquarters of the telecommunications provider Shaw Communications. The upper floors are laid out as apartments. You can admire the building's distinctive look from West Cordova Street, while inside, a busy mix of office work and residential life goes on. An underground garage with plenty of parking spaces rounds out the infrastructure of this central city high-rise.

Based on the article “Shaw Tower (Vancouver)” from the German Wikipedia, summarized and rephrased by a language modelLicense CC BY-SA 4.0

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At a glance

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Address: 1055 Georgia St W
V6C 3T5 Vancouver, Canada
District: Downtown
Phone: +16043283008
Website: www.sellvancouver.ca
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Coordinates: 49.28830° N · -123.11800° E
Data quality: confidence 0.72
Identifier: ID 1d5a58e6-86d…

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Location & surroundings

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FAQ about Shaw Tower

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What is the Shaw Tower in Vancouver?

The Shaw Tower is a modern high-rise in downtown Vancouver, Canada, that combines office and residential space. The building is located at 1055 W Georgia St. The lower floors are mainly offices, including the British Columbia headquarters of Shaw Communications, while the upper floors are designed as residences.

Who designed the Shaw Tower in Vancouver, and how is it built?

The Shaw Tower in Vancouver was designed by architect James K. M. Cheng. The high-rise has a concrete structural frame and a sleek aluminum curtain wall facade that gives it its distinctive look. The building also includes an underground parking garage with plenty of spaces.

Can you visit the Shaw Tower in Vancouver?

At the Shaw Tower in Vancouver, you can mainly admire the building's distinctive exterior. Inside, the tower is a hub of office and residential life, with offices on the lower floors and apartments on the upper floors.

What can you see around the Shaw Tower in Vancouver?

Around the Shaw Tower in Vancouver, you'll find several monuments and historic buildings within walking distance. travelguide195 lists the Olympic Cauldron about 123 meters away and the Marine Building about 124 meters away. The Komagata Maru Memorial is about 211 meters from the Shaw Tower.

Are there restaurants and tours near the Shaw Tower in Vancouver?

Yes, there is a wide range of dining options around the Shaw Tower in Vancouver: travelguide195 lists about 122 restaurants within 500 meters. The Shaw Tower is also part of the tour "From Gastown to Coal Harbour: Vancouver's Old Core on Foot."

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