Comparing the structural system of some contemporary high rise building form

Abstract EN

Throughout history, human beings have built tall monumental structures such as temples, pyramids and cathedrals to honour their gods.

Today's skyscrapers are monumental buildings too, and are built as symbols of power, wealth and prestige.

These buildings emerged as a response to the rapidly growing urban population.

Architects' creative approaches in their designs for tall buildings, the shortage and high cost of urban land, the desire to prevent disorderly urban expansion, have driven the increase in the height of buildings.