The Burj Khalifa is the centrepiece of theDowntown Dubai district. It was designed by Adrian Smith of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, which also designed the One World Trade Center. The world’s tallest building was named to honour the ruler ofAbu Dhabiand the President of the UAE, H.H. She...
Beyond its record-breaking height, the Burj Khalifa incorporates new structural and construction efficiencies to reduce material usage and waste. These include a “sky-sourced” ventilation system, in which cool, less humid air is drawn in through the top of the building. The tower also has one...
The world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, which was under construction for six years, was inaugurated on 4th Jan 2010.The construction of this 828m tall, reinforced concrete tower structure, broke several records during its construction. As it is the first time a tower of this height is ...
Design and construction "We’re born with a challenge. A challenge to prove to ourselves first, and to the world, 'Yes we can',"said Mr Ahmed Al Falasi, Executive Director of Burj Khalifa, when describing his initial inspiration for erecting the tower. ...
The Burj Khalifa stands tall today, a testament to the remarkable work of architects and engineers who overcame an array of structural and logistical challenges. Its tapered and angular design, specifically created to resist violent winds, exemplifies their ingenuity. Their ability to innovate and emp...
Burj Khalifa (Khalifa Tower) is a mixed-use skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The exterior structure was completed on 1 October 2009.
Burj Khalifa Dubai CTBUH Drawing Facts You must be a CTBUH Member to view this resource. Metrics Structure Height 1 To Tip: Height is measured from the level of the lowest, significant, open-air, pedestrian entrance to the highest point of the building, irrespective of material or function ...
Working closely with the other members of the design team to design the Burj Khalifa was an experience that established new standards of what close collaboration with our partners means for us. This structure truly is one of the wonders of the modern world and its successful completion established...
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From amazing modern buildings, like Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, to classic designs, like London’s Westminster Abbey, our world is full of wonderful architecture. Such landmarks give cities character and bring communities together. With this in mind, the Guardian recently listed their 25 favorite build...