The Oz-like Burj Khalifa in Dubai officially opened today, succeeding Taipei 101 as the world’s tallest building. There is no disputing its preposterous height: At 169 stories, or 2,717 feet, the $1.5 ...

When the Burj Khalifa officially opened its doors to the world on January 4, 2010, it wasn't just the tallest structure on the planet - it was a bold declaration of human ambition. For Dubai, this ...

Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower, is a global icon. Inaugurated in 2010, it's a symbol of the United Arab Emirates' growth, prowess, and ambition. Standing tall, touching the clouds at 828 m ...

The Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai boasts several world records. In addition to being the world’s tallest building, the massive structure also holds records for tallest elevator in a building, most ...

Halfway around the world, in Dubai, the Burj Khalifa, currently the world’s tallest building, soars 2,716 feet. Many people deserve credit for this record, but first among them is Bill Baker, a ...

Once upon a time (not so long ago), the Burj Khalifa was just concrete under construction - a very different sight from today ...

Bill Baker is now a structural engineering consulting partner at SOM, where he led the firm’s practice for over twenty years. Since joining SOM in 1981, he has dedicated himself to extending the ...

When we think tall, we think the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. India now wants to outdo the world's tallest structure in its financial capital, Mumbai. According to reports, a structure taller than the ...

Dubai is already one of the world’s most futuristic-looking cities, but if a new concept by ZNera Space gets built, it’ll officially edge into sci-fi alien planet territory. The firm proposes ...

Rise Tower in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Is set to be even taller than Burj Khalifa in Dubai and architecture firm HKS has revealed a new design ...