Portside Tower, Green skyscraper in City of Cape Town, South Africa
The Portside Tower rises 136 meters into the sky with 32 floors of office spaces, retail establishments, and modern facilities.
Construction of the tower started in 2011 and reached completion in 2014, marking the first major skyscraper development in Cape Town's business district in 15 years.
The structure reflects South African architectural advancement through its integration of local design elements while maintaining international building standards.
The building contains fourteen elevators, two escalators, and over 1,300 parking spaces to accommodate the daily flow of employees and visitors.
The tower earned a 5-star Green Star rating for its LED lighting systems, storm water collection, and use of recyclable materials in construction.
Location: City of Cape Town
Inception: 2014
Architects: Louis Karol
Floors above the ground: 32
Height: 136 m
GPS coordinates: -33.91667,18.42194
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:34
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