Current Tallest Building Under Construction
The world tallest building under construction is the Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia. Planned height exceeds 1,000 meters, making it the first building designed to surpass the symbolic 1-kilometer mark. The project aims to redefine vertical urban development and attract global investment.
Location, Design, and Developer
Jeddah Tower is located in Jeddah Economic City along the Red Sea coast. Designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture and developed by Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Economic Company, the tower features a sleek, tapering form engineered to withstand high winds and seismic activity.
Status, Timeline, and Significance
Construction has advanced in phases, with structural work continuing as of recent updates. The tower is intended to include offices, luxury residences, and hotel space, supported by a dedicated transit hub. As a flagship megaproject, it highlights the role of large-scale real estate in national economic diversification strategies.
For current progress details, visit the official project page on Jeddah Economic Company.
