1188 Howe is conveniently located at the intersection of Davie Street and Howe Street in downtown Vancouver. The building is within walking distance to local groceries stores, restaurants, coffee shops, fitness centers, as well as cinemas. It is also steps away from Yaletown, English Bay Beach, Seawall, Skytrain stations, and bus stops to UBC.

Built in 1994, 1188 Howe is a 28-storey building with concrete construction and concrete exterior finishing. The complex comprises 185 SRUs and 5 commercial units. 1188 Howe offers its residents amenities such as indoor swimming pool, sauna, a whirlpool, an exercise center and an outdoor courtyard. Most homes offer floor-to-ceiling windows, abundant underground parking, a balcony, a storage locker and laminate floors. Some homes feature views of the City, North Shore mountains and the False Creek.