List of Tallest Buildings in the World
Skyscrapers are a clear indication of man’s exceptional ability to make great things and architects plus engineers continue to push the boundaries with regard to height. Looking at the most imposing structures in the world, this article takes an amazing journey through the most astounding architectural marvels and ground-breaking buildings. This section explores 10 tallest buildings in the world by 2024.
Here is a list of the tallest building in the World 2024: Top 10 list with height:
- Burj Khalifa – Tallest Building in the World
Height: 828 meters (2,717 feet)
Floors: 163
Location: Dubai, UAE
Year Completed: 2010
The Burj Khalifa is currently recognized as the tallest building globally since it was finalized in 2010. This architectural masterpiece stands at an astonishing elevation of 828 meters (2,717 feet) and has a total of 163 floors. The structure was built by Emaar Properties with its design coming from Skidmore, Owings & Merrill an architecture firm that is renowned all over the world and Adrian Smith being its principal architect.
Interesting Facts:
Construction Timeline: Construction on Burj Khalifa began in January 2004 and finished in September 2010, when it officially opened.
Elevators: The tower boasts some of the quickest lifts globally attaining speeds of up to ten meters per second (33 ft/s).
Design Inspiration: It was designed after Hymenocallis flower with unique floor plan shaped like letter Y for better space usage.
Observation Decks: The building contains two highest observation decks on floors one hundred twenty-fourth and one hundred forty-eighth that give magnificent views of Dubai.
Not only is Burj Khalifa a landmark edifice within Dubai; it is also an emblematic structure for modern engineering globally. It incorporates various types of spaces including residential ones thereby making it a complex place where everyone would love to be while visiting Dubai.
2. Merdeka 118 – Second Tallest Building in the World
Height: 678.9 meters (2,227 feet)
Floors: 118
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Year Completed: 2023
Merdeka PNB118 as it is also known as is the second tallest building worldwide. Located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this high-rise has become an iconic landmark within the city’s skyline with a height of 678.9 meters (2,227 feet) and consists of 118 floors. It involved Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB), which is a Malaysian government-linked investment company.
Interesting Facts:
Construction Timeline: Construction began in November 2017 and finished in 2023.
Design: Merdeka 118 was inspired by Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage and diversity and its design involves glass panes shaped like diamonds.
Architectural Firm: The Australian architectural firm Fender Katsalidis delivered this project.
Location Significance: Situated near Stadium Merdeka where Malaysia proclaimed independence in year 1957.
Through various mixed-use components such as commercial, residential and hospitality spaces, Merdeka 118 has further boosted Kuala Lumpur status as a global city. In terms of design and construction process which demonstrates Malaysian vision and ambition, this structure is among the tallest buildings worldwide.
3. SHANGHAI TOWER
Height: 632 meters (2,073 feet)
Floors: 128
Location: Shanghai, China
Year Completed: 2015
The Shanghai Tower is the third tallest building globally and number one in China. With a height of 632 meters (2073 feet) and containing as many as one hundred twenty eight stories, this skyscraper is located at the heart of Shanghai’s financial district in Lujiazui. It was developed by Shanghai Tower Construction and Development and designed by an American architectural firm called Gensler.
Interesting Facts:
Construction Timeline: The construction started in 2008, and officially completed for public use in 2015.
Elevators: These elevators can go up to maximum speeds of 20.5 meters per second (67 ft/s).
Sustainable Design: Wind turbines, rainwater collection systems and a double-skin façade for energy efficiency are just some of the sustainable design features incorporated into Shanghai tower.
Observation Deck: From here you can have a breathtaking view of the city.
Shanghai Tower is a mixed-use building which houses offices, luxury hotels as well as high-end retail spaces among others. This spiral design that twists upwards reduces wind load while giving it an esthetic appeal making it stand out among other structures on the skyline of Shanghai.
Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower
Height: 601 meters (1,972 feet)
Floors: 120
Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Year Completed: 2012
The Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower situated at the center of Mecca, Saudi-Arabia takes fourth place among the tallest buildings worldwide. Being six hundred one meters tall (1972 ft), this iconic architectural masterpiece was built within six years; commencing back in year five thousand eight hundred AD according to islamic calendar; ending up its construction in the year two thousand twelve.
Interesting Facts:
Clock Face: It consists of the largest clock face globally, measuring 43 meters in diameter with visibility from a far-off distance.
Functionality: The building contains a high-end hotel, residential apartments, a shopping center and an enormous prayer hall capable of housing thousands of devotees.
Museum: It is home to Islamic art and history museum.
Unique design and multipurpose space by Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower make it notable place in Mecca as it provides services for millions of faithful who visit this city per annum.
Ping An International Finance Centre
Height: 599 meters (1,966 feet)
Floors: 115
Location: Shenzhen, China
Year Completed: 2017
Ping An International Finance Centre is the fifth tallest building in the world and the second tallest in China, situated in Shenzhen with a height of 599 meters (1,966 feet) in 2017 built by Ping An Life Insurance Company of China and designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates from New York.
Interesting Facts:
Structural Design: The structural design was done by another New York design firm called Thornton Tomasetti.
Materials: A combination of stainless steel and glass were used to construct the building thus giving it a modern look.
Observation Deck: On floor number one hundred sixteen there is an observation deck that gives stunning views of different parts of Shenzen town and its environs.
The Ping An International Finance Centre bares high-end retail outlets, top-notch office spaces, lavish hotels and various dining options that makes it a central point for business as well as leisure activities in Shenzhen.
Lotte World Tower
Height: 555 meters (1,821 feet)
Floors: 123
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Year Completed: 2016
Lotte World Tower is a tall tower standing at a height of 555 meters (1,821 feet) with number of floors reaching up to 123 located in Seoul, South Korea. It is recognized as the sixth highest skyscraper globally but has been deemed the number one within OECD countries. As far as its architectural designing was concerned this was carried out by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates who are Americans.
Interesting Facts:
Construction Timeline: Incepted on year twenty ten while ended on two thousand sixteen.
Observation Deck: The tallest observation deck provides you with breathtaking all round view within the city at five forty one metres (one thousand seven seventy five feet).
Amenities: The tower has luxury offices, upscale apartments, a seven-star hotel and a huge shopping mall.
Lotte World Tower is designed multifunctionally with variety of amenities and services which is a significant landmark in Seoul, representing the financial development in South Korea and modernity in architecture.
One World Trade Center
Height: 541.3 meters (1,776 feet)
Floors: 104
Location: New York City, USA
Year Completed: 2014
It is the seventh tallest building in the earth and is referred to as Freedom Tower. This iconic skyscraper located at New York city stands at 541.3 meters (1,776 feet) and was finished in 2014. The two architects that were responsible for its construction were Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, who worked under the supervision of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Interesting Facts:
Symbolic Height: The height of this building is a symbol having been made up of one thousand seven hundred and seventy six feet that represent the year American gained independence.
Observation Deck: The observatory on floors 100-102 gives an overwhelming view of the whole city.
Functionality: One World Trade Center has office spaces, retail areas, restaurants.
This country’s spirit was also represented by this structure which stands after a defeat from September eleven on North America into ruins and ashes; it’s now standing as if to show N.Y., NY will never die with its people (Graham).
Tianjin CTF Finance Centre
Height: 530 meters (1,739 feet)
Floors: 98
Location: Tianjin, China
Year Completed: 2019
The ninth tallest building in the world is the Tianjin CTF Finance Centre situated in Tianjin, China. At a height of 530 meters (1739 ft) spread over ninety-eight stories, the skyscraper was completed in 2019 and designed by American architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.
Interesting Facts:
Structural Design: The tower’s design incorporates a steel and concrete core with an unusual curved exterior face.
Mixed-Use: This office building also provides accommodation for luxury houses and hosts a five-star hotel.
Sustainability: The structure has been equipped with advanced energy efficient systems such as rainwater harvesting and high performance insulation materials.
Tianjin CTF Finance Centre is an integral part of the city skyline and plays a major role in its economic development as well.
10. CITIC Tower
Height: 527.7 meters (1,731 feet)
Floors: 108
Location: Beijing, China
Year Completed: 2018
CITIC Tower or what is popularly known as China Zun stands at number ten among the tallest buildings on earth. It was built in Beijing, China in the year 2018; measuring about five hundred twenty-seven point seven meters high with one hundred and eight floors. The project was initiated by CITIC Group while Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates were responsible for its architecture.
Interesting Facts:
Design Inspiration: The design is based on a Chinese traditional ceremonial container called ‘zun.’
Mixed-Use: It has offices with some luxurious apartments as well as a hotel inside it.
Observation Deck:The Beijing view from this highest room offers breathtaking sceneries to visitors.
In Beijing cityscape, CITIC Tower serves as an emblem representing the progress of Chinese economy and its architectural beauty.
These tall buildings are not only examples of the latest engineering achievements but also stand as strong embodiments of the cities or countries they are located. They show people’s aspiration, inventiveness and capacity to reach higher levels, both physically and metaphorically. As technology and engineering continue to evolve, we can expect even taller and more creative buildings in the future.
