Kheir Al-Kodmany

In recent years, the rapid pace of tall building construction has fostered a certain kind of placelessness, with many new tall buildings being built out of scale, context and place. By analysing hundreds of tall buildings, and by providing hundreds of visuals that inspire, stimulate, and engage, Understanding Tall Buildings contends that well-designed tall buildings can rejuvenate cities, ignite economic...

In recent years, the rapid pace of tall building construction has fostered a certain kind of placelessness, with many new tall buildings being built out of scale, context, and place. By analysing hundreds of tall buildings and providing hundreds of visuals that inspire, stimulate, and engage, Understanding Tall Buildings contends that well-designed tall buildings can rejuvenate cities, ignite economic activity,...