Ansteys Building, Art Deco building in Johannesburg, South Africa
The Ansteys Building rises 77 meters with two ziggurat-shaped towers, featuring a curved podium clad in green terrazzo and ribbon window bands at the corner of Rahima Moosa Street.
Completed in 1937, this architectural structure held the title of tallest building in the southern hemisphere, marking Johannesburg's rapid expansion during the pre-World War II period.
The building transformed from Norman Anstey's department store flagship location into residential units, reflecting the changing social patterns of downtown Johannesburg over decades.
Located near Bank City, the structure contains apartments ranging from 70 to 141 square meters, with an average price of 500,000 South African Rand.
The fourth floor previously contained a tea terrace where models displayed clothing while waiters served guests, combining retail and social functions in an innovative way.
Location: Johannesburg
Inception: 1937
Architectural style: Art Deco
Floors above the ground: 20
GPS coordinates: -26.20370,28.03988
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:48
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