Skyscrapers: 2014 Mid Year Trend Forecast (Part Two)

The follow up of Sourceable’s 2014 skyscraper trend forecast.

No longer are skyscrapers purely being designed with height in mind, as today’s concerned consumer showing an increased interest in function over form.

While landmark status can never be taken away from skyscrapers like the Empire State Building or Malaysia’s Petrona’s Twin Towers, tall buildings are now noted for their purpose in their urban environment. These purpose-driven buildings are also noted for their green credentials, their community value and their ability to contribute to their cities’ growth and investment as urban areas get denser.

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