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Tower 25

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Tower 25
A view from Shacolas Tower
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Alternative namesThe White Walls
General information
StatusCompleted
LocationNicosia, Cyprus
Cost25 million euros
ManagementGerens Hill[3]
Height
Roof67 m (220 ft)
Technical details
Floor count17 floors
Design and construction
ArchitectsJean Nouvel
Takis Sophocleous Architects
DeveloperNice Day
Main contractorLois Builders
Awards and prizesBest Tall Building Europe 2016 by CTBUH[1]
References
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Tower 25, also known as The White Walls,[4] is a high-rise building located in central Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Designed by architect Jean Nouvel,[5] it gained recognition as one of Nicosia's notable landmarks due to its distinctive design and central location.[original research?] Standing at a height of 62 meters, Tower 25 ranks as the eleventh-tallest building in Cyprus.

The ground floor, the mezzanine areas, and the first six floors above them are occupied by offices belonging to Ernst & Young (EY).[4] The subsequent seven floors consist of apartments that offer panoramic views of the entire capital city.[citation needed] The penthouse, spanning the two top floors,[6] showcases a design inspired by traditional Cypriot architecture[citation needed] and features a swimming pool.[7]

A significant portion of the apartments, including the penthouse, had already been sold prior to the commencement of construction. The total cost of the building was approximately €25 million, and its construction was completed in early 2013.[8]

Architecture

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Tower 25 by night from Stasinou avenue.

Each floor of the building has a full-length balcony. They vary in width and depth; each offers views of the city and its walls.

The other façades of the building exhibit a pattern of square voids that serve as both windows and openings for natural ventilation, catering to the hot climate of the city.[6] Particularly on the sun-facing southern façade, a series of balconies extend across the entire width of the building, effectively addressing the need for shade and facilitating a pleasant outdoor experience.[6]

Location

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The building overlooks the Venetian fortifications of the city of Nicosa. Adjacent to the newly redesigned Eleftheria Square, envisioned by architect Zaha Hadid,[6] it benefits from its proximity to the city's major commercial thoroughfares, namely Makariou Avenue and Themistokli Dervi Avenue.[citation needed] The strategic positioning of the building is intended to stimulate further development along the ring avenue encircling the city walls.[citation needed]

See also

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References

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  3. ^ Hill International
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