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structure #472302978building

Topaz

existing 86 m 25 floors 2006

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Tip Height86 m
Architectural Height86 m
Main Roof Height86 m
Roof Height86 m
Floors25
Completion2006
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usageresidential
Status existing
Architectural Stylepostmodern
Address170 Beach Road, Strand
Smart Address170 Beach Road Strand
1st Level DistrictHelderberg
CityCape Town
CountrySouth Africa
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-29

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  1. Photo 737-167-961
    Kjetil Balog
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    Kjetil Balog
  3. Photo 432-360-546
    Kjetil Balog
  4. Photo 485-238-362
    Kjetil Balog

Construction calendar

5 construction-phase photos across 2007.

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