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3. Robson Square Complex (1973-79)

2008

800 Hornby Street Robson Square is home to the Arthur Erickson-designed provincial buildings that put Vancouver on the map. Built over six years starting in 1973, Erickson’s design for the Three-Block Project known as Robson Square employs concrete and glass as...

4. Historic Areas; Gastown, Hastings, Chinatown

2008

In 1971, The Province designated Gastown and Chinatown as “Historic Areas”. In 2002 the city adopted the Gastown Heritage Management Plan to retain the heritage character of Gastown including the distinctive sawtooth streetscape profiles and height limits...

5. Dal Grauer Substation (1953-54)

2008

A local landmark , B.C. Hydro’s Dal Grauer Substation is one of the great early works of the Modern movement in Vancouver, and an ‘A’ on the Recent Landmarks Inventory. In 1953-4 the BC Electric Company hired young architect Ned Pratt and artist B.C....

6. York (Alcazar) Theatre (1913) [saved]

2008

The York Theatre holds a significant place in the history of Vancouver theatre. It is the only purpose-built theatre with a fly tower and proscenium stage on the east side of the city and one of only two or three such early theatres left in Vancouver. Built in 1913 as...

7. Firehall No. 15 (1913) [saved]

2008

3003 East 22nd at Nootka From its position on a prominent rise in this eastside neighbourhood, Firehall No. 15 commands a view of the city and a special place in the hearts of local residents. This well-loved community landmark is known for its striking hose tower,...