Het Strijkijzer, Modern skyscraper in The Hague, Netherlands.
Het Strijkijzer is a modern residential skyscraper in The Hague with a distinctive L-shaped form that rises 132 meters across 43 floors. The building houses roughly 300 studio apartments for students and first-time homebuyers, plus 51 luxury residences served by separate elevators.
Construction of this residential tower started in 2005 and finished in 2007, marking a new phase in The Hague's urban growth upward. This completion showed the city's emerging interest in modern high-rise housing developments.
The distinctive L-shaped design references the famous Flatiron Building in New York, showing how international architecture influences the Dutch cityscape. Local residents immediately recognize this form as part of their city's identity.
The building is easy to spot in the city center, as its distinctive form stands out clearly. The area offers good transit connections and proximity to shops and dining options.
An LED display on the northeastern facade broadcasts local events and social media content, creating a dynamic digital presence. This feature transforms the building into a connection point between residents and the wider city beyond its role as housing.
Location: The Hague
Inception: August 27, 2007
Architectural style: modern architecture
Floors above the ground: 43
Elevators: 5
Address: Rijswijkseplein 786, Den Haag
GPS coordinates: 52.07139,4.32417
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41
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