Kingdom Tower: A Vision for the Future Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Total Cost: $1.23 billion* Year Finished: Construction on Hold The Kingdom Tower, originally intended to be the highest man-made skyscraper in the world, has faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Construction, which began over seven years ago, has been postponed multiple times, with the latest delays occurring in 2020.
With a projected cost of $1.23 billion, the tower represents an ambitious vision for Jeddah and Saudi Arabia's architectural landscape. Despite the setbacks, the Kingdom Tower remains a symbol of innovation and aspiration, aiming to redefine the skyline of Jeddah once construction resumes.
Kingdom Tower: A Landmark of Architectural Ambition Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Total Cost: $1.23 billion* Year Finished: Construction on Hold Designed by the renowned architecture firm Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill Architecture from Chicago, the Kingdom Tower is set to be a groundbreaking achievement in skyscraper design. Once completed, it will be the first building in the world to reach a height of one kilometer (3,308 feet).
Originally, the tower was planned to soar to an astonishing 1.6 kilometers, but this ambitious height was scaled back to preserve the local geology and environment. Despite the current construction hold, the Kingdom Tower remains a symbol of innovation and determination in the realm of architecture.
