The Leonardo is a 55-floor mixed-use property development in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa and stands at a height of 234 metres. The building is built at 75 Maude Street, approximately 100 metres from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

The development includes street level shops as well as an above ground podium, where a swimming pool, restaurant and several other facilities are located.The facilities are open to public use, and can be booked through Legacy Hotels and Resorts.

It has been announced that the 2100 square metre, 3 floor penthouse apartment will go on the market for R180 million, which, if sold, will make this the most expensive sectional title property ever sold in South Africa. The entire structure cost R 2 billion and consists of 200 apartments and 11 floors of commercial office.

The design has changed significantly since it was announced and was originally scheduled to be designed by AMA architect firm and be completed by 2010.

On 17 November 2015, the Leonardo began construction. By late April 2018, the Leonardo was the tallest building in Sandton, exceeding the Sandton City Office tower which stands at 141 metres, and by mid April 2019, the Leonardo was topped out and is now officially the tallest building in Africa.

 
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