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Makkawi.Pk · July 5th, 2011, 09:42 PM

abumuhannadh · July 5th, 2011, 09:43 PM

T/O and U/C at the same time.

the sock · July 5th, 2011, 09:46 PM

topped out ,congrats to all ,another monster has reached its desired height again .we all look towards to next beast to reach the skys .

SkyTrekTower · July 5th, 2011, 10:11 PM

Beautiful building, and it's nice to see that it finally topped out. The scale and detail of the building is impressive, and it has turned out a lot better than I thought it would.

Makkawi.Pk · July 5th, 2011, 10:14 PM

its nice to see how many people have changed their minds after the building has taken most of its shape

tesseract · July 5th, 2011, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Makkawi.Pk

its nice to see how many people have changed their minds after the building has taken most of its shape

how many?

Makkawi.Pk · July 5th, 2011, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tesseract

how many?

many

PeoplePower · July 5th, 2011, 10:31 PM

The pictures look great

Mesch · July 5th, 2011, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by GunnerJacket

As someone who originally viewed this design as guarish and ill-proportioned (much like those offering the comparisons with Vegas), I'm now actually going to recant a little. In fact, I think this building does a far better job of achieving it's mission and standing out as a piece of modern architecture than does the Burj Khalifa.

The more I investigated the surrounding architecture, materials and designs, the better I understood the nuances of what this development is aspiring for. I still think there could've been better harmony in the massing of the towers and especially in the elements adorning the clock and spire. However the disjointed array of towers helps the overall project fit in nicely with the setting, and frames the largest tower for viewers both near and far. The ornamental details, while not my preference, are true to context and seem elegantly carried throughout the structure. I particularly appreciated the tent-themed overhangs along some of the window ledges, and the subtle changes in tones of the masonry.

The decidedly religious overtones will unsettle some viewers, including yours truly early on, but that is a primary feature of the buildings role and an aspiration of the developer. So even though it may be a very modern contrast to classical religious architecture, that's perfectly fine since this is indeed a product of the 21st century. Here, it works due to context.

Granted, I say all this from afar and not fully aware of how well it functions to actual visitors, residents, employees, etc. However, I'm one spectator who feels this building does it's job very well. It's not exactly my preference, but I think it's a fine architectural achievement.

A lovely and well-articulated post.

TowerJunkie · July 6th, 2011, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Makkawi.Pk

its nice to see how many people have changed their minds after the building has taken most of its shape

Always loved this one.

When we gonna see "T/O?"

parsonsnose · July 6th, 2011, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Makkawi.Pk

its nice to see how many people have changed their minds after the building has taken most of its shape

Even the grotesque can grow on people

People actually cried for Charles Laughton's hunchback by the end of the film.

Fury · July 6th, 2011, 03:35 AM

Hi all.

Hi Gunner.
Bite your tongue !
you know what remark I refer to ....

So, this project is topped out - currently the third tallest freestanding structure on the planet.

A fantastic achievement.

Ray.

dfiler · July 6th, 2011, 04:14 AM

The spire and crescent has really helped the balance and overall form of this building. Well done! I can't wait to see it 100% complete. It will certainly be one of the most impressive buildings in the world.

***Saudi guy*** · July 6th, 2011, 04:17 AM

This project took almost a decade to finish!

CULWULLA · July 6th, 2011, 04:44 AM

amazing.

spectre000 · July 6th, 2011, 05:21 AM

Saudi Arabia gets its first 1,000+ footer skyscraper! And nearly a 2,000 footer at that. Awesome!

Makkawi.Pk · July 6th, 2011, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fury

Hi all.

So, this project is topped out - currently the third tallest freestanding structure on the planet.

A fantastic achievement.

Ray.

THIRD??!!!!

Makkawi.Pk · July 6th, 2011, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Saudi guy

This project took almost a decade to finish!

I thought it was 5 years.

'asyiqul^huur · July 6th, 2011, 10:28 AM

4 July 2011

'asyiqul^huur · July 6th, 2011, 10:29 AM

5 July 2011

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the sock Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,724 Likes (Received): 13	topped out ,congrats to all ,another monster has reached its desired height again .we all look towards to next beast to reach the skys .

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SkyTrekTower Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 13 Likes (Received): 0	Beautiful building, and it's nice to see that it finally topped out. The scale and detail of the building is impressive, and it has turned out a lot better than I thought it would.

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dfiler Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 214 Likes (Received): 21	The spire and crescent has really helped the balance and overall form of this building. Well done! I can't wait to see it 100% complete. It will certainly be one of the most impressive buildings in the world.

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