The Landmark (Abu Dhabi)

The Landmark is a postmodern supertall skyscraper in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.[1] The mixed-use project stands 324 metres (1,063 ft)[2] tall with 72 floors above ground and five basement levels.[1] Construction on the skyscraper started in late 2006 and the building was completed in 2013. It is the second tallest building in Abu Dhabi behind the Burj Mohammed bin Rashid in the Central Market Project World Trade Center complex.

The Landmark
The Landmark in March 2013
The Landmark
Location within United Arab Emirates
General information
StatusComplete
TypeMixed-use[1]
LocationAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates24.484955°N 54.35076°E / 24.484955; 54.35076
Construction started2006[1]
Opening2013[1]
Height
Antenna spire324 metres (1,063 ft)[1]
Top floor268 metres (879 ft)
Technical details
Floor count72[1]
Floor area1,707,641 square feet (158,645.0 m2)
Lifts/elevators18
Design and construction
ArchitectCesar Pelli & Associates Architects[1]
Structural engineerBuroHappold Engineering
Main contractorAl Habtoor Engineering Enterprises; Consolidated Contractors International Company S.A.L.

See also

References

  1. "The Landmark". SkyscraperPage.com. Retrieved 2008-05-16.
  2. "The Landmark". Emporis.com. Retrieved 2008-05-16.
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