[1] The building is located at the corner of Union and Main Streets, in the southern part of the historical center of Windsor.

The success of NAMCO was at a large extent dependent on its ability to attract the workforce from outside Windsor.

[2] The property on the northern bank of the Mill Brook, where the block is currently located, was purchased by the Windsor Machine Company in the late 1880s.

The location was chosen close to the plant as there was no public transportation in Windsor, and the use of cars was restricted in winter by the climate conditions.

The building incorporates colonial revival features, including the red brick walls and flat-arched windows.