RÉSIDENCE PALACE

Résidence Palace: translation

(Rue de la Loi 155)

Designed by architect Michel Polak (1885-1948) between 1923 and 1926, the Résidence Palace constituted one of Europe's most luxurious apartment blocks at the time of its construction. Inspired by the great transatlantic passenger liners, the 180 apartments boasted a rooftop restaurant, luxury boutiques, a post office, health facilities, and an art deco swimming pool andtheater. The 11-storey complex is used today for office space and for residences for employees of theEuropean Union.