DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
Marriott Château Champlain Hotel - SID LEE ARCHITECTURE -
Originally designed by Quebec architects Rogers D ’ Astous and Jean-Paul Pothier in 1967 at the time of the world ’ s fair , the Château Champlain is notable for its iconic structure and technical accomplishments . Overlooking the city from the top of its 128-meter , 38-story height , the hotel was once the tallest in Canada . Today , it continues to catch the eye of passers-by downtown with its rhythmic half-moon windows and the neo-Roman arches of Windsor station . Earning the nickname of “ the cheese grater ,” these window frames simulating the look of balconies were put at the core of the design narrative created by Sid Lee Architecture .
FIRST RESTORATION Initially undertaken following the hotel ’ s acquisition by the Tidan Group in 2018 , the restoration project effected by Sid Lee Architecture represents the first major renovation of the building since its construction .
Symbolic of Quebec ’ s architectural heritage , not to mention being an exceptional visual landmark at the heart of the city , the Château Champlain today unveils an updated design that enhances the majestic urban landscape offered by its variety of panoramic views . Reimagined in an elegant , timeless style , the new Château Champlain reasserts its place amongst Canada ’ s most eminent hotels through a renewal of its interior design that integrates the spirit of the Marriott brand .
LIKE A WINTER GARDEN Bordered by the gardens of Place du Canada , Dorchester Square , the Old Port , and Mont-Royal , the Château Champlain enjoys an exceptional location within the city . Inspired by the uninterrupted views offered by the hotel ’ s interior “ balconies ,” Sid Lee Architecture decided to go with an original conceptual approach that highlighted the beauty of the surrounding landscape during winter .
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