New Residential Tower Set to Top Tallest US Building Nears Major Milestone
Summary
The Senna Tower is under construction in Balneário Camboriú, Brazil, and is planned to reach 1,785 feet. If completed as planned, it would become the world’s tallest residential tower and stand taller than One World Trade Center. Project leaders say construction could take another six or seven years, with the above-ground structure expected to be showcased by the end of next year.Key Facts
- The planned Senna Tower will rise 1,785 feet in the coastal city of Balneário Camboriú, Brazil.
- The tower is expected to become the world’s tallest residential tower when completed.
- Its planned height is nine feet greater than One World Trade Center’s 1,776 feet.
- Construction began last year, and the project’s foundation has been completed.
- Project leader Stephane Domeneghini estimates that work will continue for another six or seven years.
- The team expects to showcase the above-ground structure by the end of next year.
- The design includes a tuned mass damper, a device used to reduce movement in tall buildings.
- The project aims to earn LEED Platinum, a top rating for environmental design.
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