22 December 2023

Skyscrapers in Bloom: Evaluating the Artistry of “Painting with Trees”

Katarzyna Wodzisz

Incorporating greenery in skyscrapers prompts sustainability debates. This study questions the assumption that green features ensure sustainability, as designers often adopt them carelessly, leading to...

16 October 2023

Comparing the Performance of Public Housing in New York City and Singapore

Patrick Dilger

Affordable housing is a critical aspect of urban development in cities with high housing demand, with the world population urbanizing at a consistent rate and...

16 October 2023

CTBUH 2023 Conference Special

Liam Wee Sin, Patrick Bellew, Sir Peter Cook, Carol Willis

In this special extended edition of Talking Tall, CTBUH Editor Daniel Safarik talks to four people with significant relevance to the conference theme, “Humanizing High...

16 October 2023

Humanizing High Density

CTBUH Research

The theme “Humanizing High Density—People, Nature & the Urban Realm” for the CTBUH 2023 International Conference comes at a pertinent moment: Today intersecting are a...

16 October 2023

Interactive Study - Green + Growth: Singapore from Above

S. Isaac Work & Shea Anthony, Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

Over the past two centuries, Singapore’s land area has expanded by 25 percent, reaching 738 square kilometers in 2022. Land reclamation has its limits and,...

16 October 2023

Livability in Cities and Tall Buildings: Global Case Studies

Katrin Förster

Marrying design and function in harmony helps deliver tall buildings that impress the visitor and gather the esteem and loyalty of occupants. Through these essential...

05 July 2023

Tall Buildings and City Development: Comparison of Five Case Studies

Roberta dal Molin, Shenav Ragiv, &Elena Giacomello

Skyscrapers commonly rise in major cities worldwide, but the difference is in how they are integrated into the urban plan. This paper provides a comprehSkyscrapers...

16 May 2023

How to Design Tall for the Tropics

Yanko Apostolov

Cities located along the equator are growing rapidly, but their hot, humid and rainy climates present a challenge for designers. How can we deliver high-quality,...

03 April 2023

How to Design Tall for the Tropics

Yanko Apostolov

Cities located along the equator are growing rapidly, but their hot, humid and rainy climates present a challenge for designers. How can we deliver high-quality,...

22 August 2022

The World’s Highest Pools: A Deep Dive

S. Isaac Work & Shawn Ursini, Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

Tall building design has diversified and adapted to accommodate increased demand for distinctive amenities at a range of heights. Swimming pools are a classic feature...