International Commerce Centre

The International Commerce Centre symbolizes a shift in the tall building paradigm, encompassing not just height, design, and engineering, but also the most forward-thinking connections for smart growth in a densely populated area.

The 118-storey KPF skyscraper has offices, a 360-degree observation deck, and The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, one of the world's highest hotels. The tower is the focal point of the Union Square redevelopment project, which includes office, retail, hotel, and recreation spaces, as well as a new transportation hub, Kowloon Station, which connects to Central, Hong Kong, the International Airport, and mainland China via a network of high-speed rail, subway, buses, and ferry terminals.

The tower's structural performance is enhanced by its modestly tapered re-entrant corners and gently inclined curves at its base. These curves splay out at the base of the tower, anchoring it to its surroundings while also providing shelter on three sides and a magnificent atrium on the north side. The atrium acts as a public link space for retail and rail station operations, as well as a gesture towards the rest of the construction. The KPF design succeeds in marrying the high-rise building model with a structural and operational agenda that is highly efficient.

Location: Hong Kong
Height: 1,588 ft (484 m)
Floors: 108
Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)
Building Function: Hotel, Office
Completion: 2010