Ship Canal House, Grade II listed building on King Street, Manchester, England.
Ship Canal House is a limestone structure on King Street in Manchester with eleven stories and distinctive architectural details. The facade features square windows, roof sculptures, and a prominent row of coupled columns along its front.
This building was constructed in 1927 as the headquarters of the Manchester Ship Canal Company during a period of industrial growth. The commission reflected the importance of commerce and trade to northern England at that time.
The building shows different architectural styles that developed in early 20th century Britain visible in its facade details. You can see how designers blended various period influences as you walk around it.
The building is located at a central spot in Manchester and is easily accessible on foot from nearby streets. The limestone facade is visible from the street, and the details are best observed during daylight hours.
A statue of Neptune sits at the top of the building's balustrade, making it instantly recognizable among Manchester's commercial structures. This figure is one of the building's most distinctive identifying features.
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