Architects And Engineers Rate Best Tall Buildings of 2012

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Architects And Engineers Say These Are The Most Amazing Tall Buildings Of The Year


Jun. 15, 2012

By Jennifer Polland

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In 2011, 88 new towers over 200 meters (656 ft.) high were built in the world--a record number, compared to the 32 new towers built in 2005. There are another 96 new towers slated for completion this year, with China being the biggest builder.But with so many new additions to skylines around the world, which buildings are the best?

Chicago-based Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), a group of architects, structural engineers, and builders of tall buildings that monitors tall building projects around the world, recently named the best tall buildings in the World for 2012. The group chose the best buildings in each of four regional categories: the Americas, Asia and Australia, Europe, and the Middle East and Africa. There's an additional innovation award given to the most innovative building. Criteria include sustainability, innovation, and design.

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The Absolute Towers in Mississauga, Canada, a fast-growing suburb of Toronto, were named the best tall buildings in the Americas.





1 Bligh Street was named the best tall building in Asia & Australasia. This 28-story elliptical tower stands out from the boxy structures nearby, in the heart of Sydney’s central business district.






Palazzo Lombardia, in Milan, was named the best tall building in Europe. This 40-story government building is the first CTBUH award winner from Italy.






The Doha Tower in Qatar was named the best tall building in the Middle East and Africa. The 46-story tower has a distinct cylindrical shape.






Al Bahar Towers in Abu Dhabi was named the most innovative tall building in the world.