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Progress In Phase Two Of Toronto'S Pinnacle One Yonge ComplexCTBUH has confirmed that SkyTower, Phase Two of the first three phases of the Pinnacle One Yonge Complex in Toronto, is now 56 stories above ground, surpassing the halfway point of its construction. It is expected to top out at 105 stories (346.7 meters) and is the tallest residential building of the complex, and projected to become the tallest building in the city.
Designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects, the buildings are in a prominent location across from Toronto's harbor, and the sleek design will reshape Toronto's skyline once completed. With a building of such height is it extremely important that solutions are developed to speed up each cycle by automating as much of the formwork process as possible. The formwork contractor of the One Yonge Project, involved the supplier PERI in the first phase, which was constructing The Prestige Tower, a 217-meter condo building that was completed in 2022 using PERI’s RCS Climbing Protection Panel System (RCS P) together with MAXIMO Wall and SKYDECK Slab Formwork Systems.
For the second phase, PERI has delivered the ACS Core 400 Self-Climbing System to enable the formwork and working platforms for the entire elevator and stair core to be raised from floor-to-floor without the use of a tower crane and with the minimum amount of labor needed. Due to the high capacity and flexibility of the system, only six hydraulic cylinders are needed for the task. This reduces the amount of cast-in anchors into the structure to 12 pieces per floor, an industry-wide minimum. Simultaneously the core system needed to be designed to efficiently transition between the starting low-rise core geometry and the reduced high-rise core geometry without a complete rebuild of the system. PERI Canada’s Engineering department developed a comprehensive level plus one material storage platform with a hydraulic opening hatch to enable pre-cast stairs to be installed from above, yet maximize storage area in typical working conditions.
Similar to Phase One, SkyTower will receive its very own complete RCS façade enclosure system starting at a typical floor. Protection against strong winds and inclement weather is critical to ensuring overall construction site safety and the RCS P system will enable faster, safer, and more efficient construction, incorporating material cycling panels to further push productivity by shielding equipment as it is cycled up from the lower floors to the active deck. The upper floors of the tower form a tapered crown which gradually reduces the footprint of the building at every floor. The RCS P system was designed to accommodate these building geometry changes.
Learn more about PERI's systems.
Stay informed on future progress in CTBUH Tall & Urban News.mixed-use
Jan 14, 2025
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Builder Selected To Deliver 25-Story Luxury Residences On The Gold CoastA builder has been selected to deliver the AU$535-million Burly Residences in North Burleigh on the Gold Coast, Australia, a 25-story project featuring 101 apartments, with balconies ranging from 17 to 106 square meters. The development designed by Koichi Takada Architects is situated on a prime double beachfront site along The Esplanade. Inspired by the natural curves of the coastline, the architecture aims to harmonize with its surroundings while promoting a subtropical lifestyle.
The project’s scope expanded after DD Living acquired a neighboring site in 2022, merging it with the original lot to create an over 2000-square-meter beachfront property with 40 meters of beach frontage. According to the developer, the site amalgamation enhances the project’s impact, offering benefits to both future residents and the broader Gold Coast community. The development will have six-star amenities, including pools, a gym, a private cinema, dining facilities, and more. Initial site preparations, including groundworks and demolition, have been completed with a scheduled completion date set for 2027.
Learn more at The Urban Developer.mixed-use
Jan 13, 2025
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Sustainable Urban Development Along Monaco'S Coastline Is CompletedCompleted in December, Mareterra sets a new global benchmark for sustainable urban development in Monaco. Sitting along the coastline, the €2 billion project adds six hectares of reclaimed land to the principality, seamlessly integrating environmental innovation with architectural finesse. Designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Valode et Pistre Architectes, and Michel Desvigne, the eco-district features the Le Renzo residential complex, public parks, a marina, and commercial spaces, with half the area dedicated to leisure and greenery.
The construction employs underwater caissons that not only expand the coastline but also support marine habitats, developed in collaboration with marine biologists to protect biodiversity. Sustainability is central, with solar panels supplying 40 percent of energy, a seawater thalasso-thermal loop for heating and cooling, and extensive use of rainwater harvesting and green roofs. Notable achievements include relocating native species, installing anti-turbidity screens, and planting over 1,000 trees, including a 1-hectare pine forest.
Mareterra boasts multiple certifications, such as BREEAM "Excellent" and HQE Aménagement, reinforcing its eco-conscious vision. The expanded Grimaldi Forum adds significant cultural infrastructure, while restored artworks and pedestrian promenades, including The Blue Grotto marine viewing area, enhance the district’s appeal.
The collaboration of 300 companies from 40 nations demonstrates Mareterra’s global significance, serving as a visionary model for sustainable coastal cities.
Learn more about this story at New Atlas.mixed-use
Jan 10, 2025
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Dynamic Office Campus Completed At The Heart Of Shanghai’S 'The Springs'The architects von Gerkan, Marg and Partners (gmp) have completed an office campus in northern Shanghai's Jiangwan New Town, within the Yangpu District. Representing the second phase, the development is situated between the commercial hub of Wujiaochang and the green spaces of the university town, the campus is at the heart of "The Springs," a 90-hectare urban district developed by Tishman Speyer since 2011. The mixed-use district features office spaces, residences, hotels, retail, and entertainment venues.
The campus comprises high-rise office towers arranged in a windmill pattern atop an organically designed plinth with shops and restaurants. Two of the six buildings are connected by three-story bridges, while one pair is rotated 90 degrees for visual dynamism. Heights of the buildings range from 100 to 133 meters, with the tallest located near the adjacent "The Axiom" towers designed by Büro Ole Scheeren. A pedestrian bridge by gmp connects to the surrounding urban areas and creates a transition to the area designed by Henning Larsen to the east.
The open urban design fosters continuous activity, with pathways, sightlines, and functional spaces creating a vibrant center for "The Springs." Street-facing restaurants and interior promenades enhance the lively atmosphere, while the office spaces are predominantly occupied by the Douyin Group.
The high-rises feature horizontal aluminum slat facades with copper-toned sunshades, creating a warm aesthetic. Sky gardens recessed at the high-rise ends provide natural ventilation and additional office amenities, further enhancing the sustainability and functionality of the ensemble.
Learn more about this project at gmp.mixed-use
Jan 09, 2025
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Japanese Owner/Developer Acquires Stake In Nyc'S One VanderbiltMori Building Co., Ltd., one of Japan's leading urban developers, has acquired a stake in One Vanderbilt through its U.S. subsidiary, Mori Building (U.S.A.) LLC.
One Vanderbilt, a 59-story, 430-meter skyscraper, opened in 2020 at 42nd Street and Vanderbilt Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, adjacent to Grand Central Terminal. Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF), the building won the overall category for the CTBUH 2022 Award for Best Tall Building, by Height, 400 meters and above. The project offers 142,000 square meters of space for offices, retail, and dining, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. A key attraction is the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt observation deck, renowned for its stunning views.
This acquisition marks Mori Building’s expansion of its global portfolio, drawing on expertise from iconic projects like the Mori JP Tower (CTBUH 2024 Best Tall Building, Asia Region, Award of Excellence) in the Azabudai Hills Complex in Tokyo. The company continues to focus on urban innovation and shaping future cities through cross-border development and investment. The transaction for One Vanderbilt with SL Green Realty Corp. in New York City, was finalized on 21 November 2024.
Learn more about this at Mori Building Company.mixed-use
Jan 08, 2025
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Mississauga Development Proposal Is Resubmitted For Increased Height And Public SpacesA revised proposal has been made for the Clarkson Major Transit Station Area, a major development in Mississauga, Canada. The new proposal introduces greater height and a public park to the project. Designed by Gensler for Slate Asset Management, the resubmission includes four mixed-use high-rises, now ranging from 25 to 35 stories, on a 1.5-hectare site at the northwest corner of Royal Windsor Drive and Southdown Road, near Clarkson GO station.
Currently occupied by single-story commercial buildings, the site is within a transitioning neighborhood that has seen an increase in mid- and high-rise developments. The intial submission was in 2022, and the new proposal reflects this trend by increasing the project’s scale. Divided into two blocks, 31- and 35-story buildings are on the West Block and 25- and 35-story towers are on the East Block. These will be connected by seven-story podiums. The building heights are now proposed to reach up to 117.7 meters, compared to the previously stated 97 meters.
The development will offer 1,419 residential units, including 16 live/work units, with residential gross floor area growing to 93,453 square meters. Retail space has been reduced to 945 square meters, and a 1,750 square meter public parkland is introduced at the site’s northern end. Other adjustments include 4,038 square meters of landscaped open space and 5,514 square meters of amenities, split between indoor and outdoor areas.
A temporary private road will support Metrolinx access until future public infrastructure is developed. The five-level underground garage offers 567 parking spaces, reduced from the initial 860 spaces, while bicycle storage has increased to include 949 spaces.
Learn more about this story at Urban Toronto.mixed-use
Jan 07, 2025
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Two Buildings In Detroit'S Renaissance Center Complex Will Be DemolishedNew information has been announced by Bedrock and General Motors in their plans to transform Detroit’s iconic Renaissance Center. They have confirmed during a press release on 25 November that they will be demolishing two of its seven buildings and the complex’s low-rise base. The two slated for demolition are 155-meter 300 and 400 Towers. This will pave the way for a new pedestrian-friendly riverfront redesign.
Under the proposal, General Motors will move its operations to Bedrock’s new Hudson’s Tower downtown, while the remaining three buildings will be reimagined as a blend of residential and hospitality spaces. The redevelopment design is set to enhance connectivity between downtown and the riverfront with a new promenade and public spaces on the reclaimed land. It is part of a larger vision to align the property with Detroit’s economic growth, according to Bedrock CEO Kofi Bonner and GM’s vice president of Infrastructure and Corporate Citizenship, Dave Massaron.
While some residents and businesses have expressed optimism about revitalizing the site with new activities and retail, others voiced concerns over the loss of popular establishments like Joe Muer and Andiamo, housed in the buildings slated for demolition. Mayor Mike Duggan highlighted the importance of avoiding prolonged stagnation seen with other Detroit landmarks by leveraging public-private partnerships to execute this plan. The proposal, still in its conceptual stages, envisions preserving three towers while creating dynamic public spaces to support the city’s revitalization. T
Read more about this story at WXYZ Detroit's ABC 7.mixed-use
Jan 06, 2025
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Mixed-Use Complex Approved In Downtown Los Angeles Near RiverApproval has been given for 670 Mesquit, a transformative development in Downtown Los Angeles's Arts District. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) the project overlookis the Los Angeles River and will introduce 894 residential units, a hotel, a charter school, and 676,000 square feet (62,802 square meters) of office space across four buildings. The landscape design integrates terraces and active outdoor spaces, bridging the former industrial site and the riverbank for year-round indoor-outdoor living.
The project design is described as blending two local typologies: the downtown warehouse and the case-study house, creating a flexible, dual-scale framework, emphasizing a human-scale approach within the building’s expansive structures. Reimagined from a former cold storage facility, 670 Mesquit will serve as a gateway for those entering Downtown LA from East LA. Its tallest structures will rise to 388 feet (118 meters), with smaller buildings standing at 314 and 230 feet (96 and 70 meters) to the south. It is a significant move toward revitalizing the LA riverbank into a dynamic urban landscape for residents and visitors alike.
Construction is expected to take either five years or phased over nine years.
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Jan 03, 2025
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Large Acquisition In Brickell'S Miami Is Posed For Transformative DevelopmentSet to acquire Aimco's 4.25-acre waterfront property at 1001 and 1111 Brickell Bay Drive for US$520 million are two real estate investment and development companies: Oak Row Equities and Mariposa Real Estate. Closing in late 2025, the prime site with 485 feet (148 meters) of Biscayne Bay frontage, is zoned for over three million square feet (278,709 square meters) of development and poised for ultra-luxury condominiums.
Erik Rutter, Managing Partner at Oak Row Equities, highlighted the property's unparalleled potential by noting that the acquisition is a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" for building a transformative project in Miami’s premier submarket. Flexible zoning alllows for high-rises of up to 1,049 feet (320 meters), enabling a landmark development to be designed with the potential for reshaping Miami's skyline and setting new standards of living. David Weitz, also a Managing Partner at Oak Row Equities, emphasized the commitment to world-class design and placemaking.
Mariposa Real Estate joins Oak Row Equities as a partner, sharing the vision of delivering a best-in-class development. The project aims to elevate the Brickell Bay area with cutting-edge design and exceptional residential offerings, that will showcase sophistication and innovation in the city.
Learn more about this story at Floride Yimby.mixed-use
Jan 03, 2025
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Winner Unveiled For Bratislava Design Competition With Two SkyscrapersThe winner of the international Eurovea City Concept Design Competition, envisioning two dynamic towers for Bratislava’s skyline has been announced. Designs show that two slender, multi-tiered high-rises—standing at 260 meters and 184 meters—featuring over 1,000 housing units. Integrated design characteristics of the buildings include stepped crowns, panoramic corner windows, and a warm metallic façade that subtly reflects light and changes appearance on different days of sun or cloudiness.
The high-rises will harmonize with the Eurovea Tower (168 meters), forming a cohesive, fine-grained cluster in line with Bratislava’s Urban Study of Height Zoning. Anchored by glass pavilions offering amenities and green spaces inspired by the Danube's flowing forms, the project merges architecture and nature, enhancing the city’s aesthetic and sustainability. The design firm that won, KCAP, partnered with engineers Buro Happold to implement innovative construction systems that reduce carbon emissions, setting new standards for high-rise urban living.
The designs impressed the competition jury with its sustainable and aesthetic approach. Acting as city landmarks, the buildings will continue to boost Bratislava’s global architectural profile and encourage further investment and tourism. The Eurovea City project also includes 7,300 square meters of green space and additional high-rises, enhancing residential options in a well-connected urban hub.
Learn more about this at Eurovea City.mixed-use
Jan 02, 2025Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
Design Revealed For Hotel Replacing The Nakagin Capsule Tower In TokyoDevelopers have unveiled visuals for a new building replacing the iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo’s Ginza district. The new structure will house the Tokyo flagship of Accor’s Pullman hotel brand, featuring 145 guest rooms, a restaurant, a destination bar, and other amenities. Its modular, gold-lacquered exterior sharply contrasts with the original Metabolist design by Kisho Kurokawa, completed in 1970.
Demolition of the Nakagin Capsule Tower began in 2022, ending years of maintenance challenges and public efforts to preserve the structure. Built as a condominium, its land was sold in 2018, and demolition plans resurfaced in 2021. The process concluded with the distribution of its iconic capsules to museums and collectors worldwide. Capsules are now displayed at institutions such as SFMOMA, Rome’s MAXXI, and Japan’s Museum of Modern Art Saitama. Efforts to conserve its legacy include a digital model, envisioning potential reconstruction at another site.
The new hotel is scheduled to open in late 2027.
Learn more about this story at Architects Newspaper.mixed-use
Dec 24, 2024Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
Plans Filed For 50-Story Mixed-Use In MiamiA 50-story mixed-use tower has been proposed at 1315 Northeast Miami Court in Miami’s Omni/Arts and Entertainment District. Filed by 1315 Partners LLC, an affiliate of Optimum Property Management, the development is designed by Behar Font & Partners and leverages its location in the Metromover Subzone of the Rapid Transit Zone to promote transit-oriented living.
The 526-foot (160.3-meter) building would span 558,940 square feet (51,927 square meters) and include 378 residential units, with 48 designated as workforce housing for households earning 60% to 140% of the county’s median family income. Units will range from 595 to 1,125 square feet, consisting of 38 studios, 184 one-bedroom units, and 156 two-bedroom units. Additional features include 1,150 square feet (107 square meters) of ground-floor commercial space, 321 parking spaces within a garage, and 14,667 square feet (1363 square meters) of open space. Amenities will be located on the 11th floor and rooftop and include pools and recreational areas for occupants.
Situated on a 26,368-square-foot site (0.61 acres) near the School Board Metromover Station, the development aims to enhance the pedestrian experience with wide sidewalks, colonnades, and active streetscapes. The project also aligns with Miami-Dade County’s goals to increase public transit use and reduce reliance on cars. Its design integrates with nearby public spaces and the planned pedestrian trail under the I-395 Signature Bridge, contributing to the neighborhood’s urban transformation.
Learn more at Florida YIMBYmixed-use
Dec 23, 2024