The oldest skyscraper in New York City is the Tower Building, located at 50 Broadway in the Financial District. It was completed in 1889 and stands 11 stories tall. The building was... Read more »
The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, is a skyscraper in London, England. It is the tallest building in the United Kingdom, standing at a height of 309 meters... Read more »
Burj Khalifa, formerly known as Burj Dubai, is a megatall skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the tallest structure and building in the world, at 829.8 m (2,722 ft) and... Read more »
Woolworth Building, a neo-Gothic skyscraper at 233 Broadway in the Civic Center area of Lower Manhattan, New York City. Designed by architect Cass Gilbert, its construction began in 1910 and was completed... Read more »
Skyscraper Grey M3 is a dark shade of gray that evokes the towering structures that dominate modern skylines. It is a versatile color that can be used in a variety of applications,... Read more »
Before the world had skyscrapers, people built shorter edifices that often reflected specific architectural styles. Churches, cathedrals, and other religious structures with steeples and spires pointed skyward. In essence, people wanted to... Read more »
The Shard, also referred to as the Shard London Bridge, is a supertall skyscraper in London, England. It’s the tallest building in the United Kingdom, standing at 309.6 meters (1,016 feet) tall,... Read more »
Burj Khalifa, formerly known as Burj Dubai, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft) and a roof height (excluding antenna) of 828... Read more »
The Wilshire Grand Center is a skyscraper in downtown Los Angeles, California. It is the tallest building in the United States west of the Mississippi River and the tallest building in Los... Read more »
Skyscrapers are very tall buildings, typically over 150 meters (492 feet) in height. They are often used for commercial purposes, such as offices, hotels, or retail space. Skyscrapers can also be used... Read more »