Driven by a growing number of factors including urbanisation, technological advancement and economic growth, the construction industry is witnessing an unprecedented race to new heights. At the forefront of this vertical expansion are residential skyscrapers, with developers and architects vying to create the world’s tallest and most luxurious living spaces.
The latest contender leading this audacious charge is the coastal Brazilian city of Balneário Camboriú, where plans for the 1,785-foot Triumph Tower have been put forward. If completed, this 100-story behemoth would dethrone New York City’s Central Park Tower, currently holding the title of world’s tallest residential building at 1,550 feet.
The competition is fierce. In Oklahoma City, Architects Orange’s Boardwalk at Bricktown project is eyeing a potential record-breaking height of 1,907 feet, though its final stature hinges on leasing success. Meanwhile, Santiago, Chile’s Gran Torre Constanera, designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners, remains South America’s tallest residential building at 984 feet. Click the link to read more