Facts and Figures of Tallest Buildings in the World

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Nearly 77% of tall buildings in India are located in Mumbai, as per CBRE South Asia data 

Mumbai is followed by Hyderabad with 8%, Kolkata with 7%, Noida with 5%, and a smaller percentage of 1% each in Gurgaon, Bangalore, and Chennai in terms of tall buildings measuring 150 meters and above.

Mumbai ranks 8th globally with over 100 skyscrapers, while Hong Kong leads with 657 tall buildings. Shenzhen follows closely with 510 buildings, and New York features 421, Dubai 395, Guangzhou 254, Shanghai 250, and Tokyo 200 tall buildings.

Construction of tall buildings in India gained momentum after the year 2000. In 2021, the country witnessed the highest number of construction projects for tall buildings.

The latest generation of tall buildings is embracing advanced technologies and design standards to create intelligent and environmentally-friendly structures. These sustainable skyscrapers have set a benchmark...

Shanghai Tower

Height - 632m

This innovative structure features a curved spine design that redirects typhoon-level winds, while approximately 200 wind turbines at the top generate around 10% of its electricity.

Bank of America Tower

Height - 366m

The building incorporates sustainable practices such as using 40% locally sourced materials, a rainwater harvesting system, waterless urinals, low-flow fixtures, & a building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system for solar energy.

Salesforce Tower

Height - 326m

Built with water management and recycling system that reduces water use by 54%, the building has a rooftop ‘City Park’

Oasia Hotel

Height- 193m

With expansive sky terraces, the building achieves a remarkable green plot ratio (GPR) surpassing 1000%. Additionally, natural ventilation is enhanced by an efficient variable chilled water system.

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