The Sussex at 40 Boteler Street is a 12‑storey concrete and masonry condominium, completed in 1978 by Arnon and positioned at the northern edge of Ottawa’s ByWard Market. Its massing is rectilinear and uniform, with balanced vertical repetition across its elevations, characteristic of late‑1970s modernist residential construction. The structure employs durable concrete and masonry, accented by large windows and balconies that establish façade rhythm while maximizing natural light and outward views, including sweeping sightlines toward the Ottawa and Gatineau Rivers.

Situated in Ottawa’s Lowertown, the building is located adjacent to the Embassy of Japan, reinforcing its placement within a diplomatically significant urban corridor. The site is located near multiple including Major’s Hill and Bordeleau Park with many key sites being within walking distance including the ByWard Market and Confederation Boulevard. Landscaping around the property is modest and urban in character, complementing its high‑density setting while softening the pedestrian interface. Its proximity to major cultural destinations, embassies, and the broader historic fabric of Lowertown contributes to The Sussex’s long‑established prestige and desirability.

Visitors to the Sussex are greeted by a generous entry canopy, recessed entry and carved wood artistic doors. Continuing into the Lobby you encounter a refined and largely intact area with brown brick (continuing from the exterior), granite flooring and wood slat ceilings all set within a spatially generous entry. The integrity of the lobby speaks to the original character of the building, the level of care over time and the quality of construction.