Blues Point Tower, Residential building in McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
Blues Point Tower is a residential building in McMahons Point with 25 floors that rises 83 meters above the ground. The structure houses 144 apartments arranged in a vertical rectangular layout.
The building was completed in 1962 by architect Harry Seidler and Associates and was then Australia's tallest residential structure. It held this distinction until another building surpassed it in 1970.
This building marks a turning point in how Sydney's waterfront developed, showing how residential towers began to reshape the area's character.
The building is located near North Sydney with good access to transport options and urban services in the surrounding area. Keep in mind that this is a private residential building and is not open to the public for tours.
A maritime radar installation was added to the roof in 2011 to assist with ship safety in the harbor. This technical addition shows how the building serves a practical purpose beyond providing homes for residents.
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