Top 15 Supertall Buildings Under Construction Worldwide Reshaping Global Skylines in 2025

Friday, 2 January 2026

From record-breaking heights to ultra-luxury residential icons, a new generation of supertall buildings under construction across the Middle East, Asia, the Americas, and beyond is redefining global skylines, showcasing bold design, advanced engineering, and visionary urban development.

Key Highlights:

Jeddah Tower – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (1,000+ m): Set to become the world’s first kilometre-high building, this Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill–designed tower anchors the Kingdom City masterplan and represents a historic leap in skyscraper design.
Burj Azizi – Dubai, UAE (725 m): Expected to be the world’s second-tallest building, this 131-floor tower near Dubai World Trade Centre will add a striking new icon to Dubai’s skyline.
Merdeka 118 – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (679 m): Structurally complete and partially open, this cultural and commercial landmark is designed to enrich the city’s social and urban fabric, with full completion expected by 2026.
Goldin Finance 117 – Tianjin, China (597 m): With construction resumed, this tower is on track for completion in 2027 and will reassert its status among China’s tallest and most prominent skyscrapers.
Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co Residences – Dubai, UAE (595 m): A hyper-luxury residential tower in Business Bay, developed in partnership with Jacob & Co., set to become the world’s tallest residential building by 2027.
Senna Tower – Balneário Camboriú, Brazil (544 m): Inspired by Formula One legend Ayrton Senna, this residential skyscraper blends emotion, design, and height, with completion anticipated around 2030.
Tiger Sky Tower – Dubai, UAE (532 m): A $1 billion project featuring world-first amenities such as the highest infinity pool and restaurant, with completion targeted for 2028–2029.
Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina – Dubai, UAE (517 m): Relaunched as a wellness-led luxury residential tower, this project will become the world’s tallest standalone residential building by 2028.
The Line – Tabuk, Saudi Arabia (500 m height | 170 km length): A revolutionary linear city concept designed as a car-free, carbon-neutral urban model, forming a core part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Greenland Jinmao International Financial Center – Nanjing, China (499.8 m): Designed by SOM, this mixed-use tower will be Jiangsu Province’s tallest building, with completion expected around 2028.
HeXi Yuzui Tower A – Nanjing, China (498.8 m): Anchoring a new financial district along the Yangtze River, this Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill–designed tower is scheduled for completion in 2028.
Panda Tower (Tianfu Center) – Chengdu, China (489 m): A Kohn Pedersen Fox–designed skyscraper inspired by Sichuan’s landscapes, integrating sustainability and architectural innovation, due by 2027.
Central Park Tower – New York City, USA (472.4 m): The world’s tallest residential building, offering ultra-luxury living above Billionaires’ Row with panoramic Central Park views.
Tribune East Tower – Chicago, USA (439 m): A planned mixed-use supertall set to become Chicago’s second-tallest building, blending residential, hospitality, and public spaces.
JPMorgan Chase Tower (270 Park Avenue) – New York City, USA (423 m): Designed by Foster + Partners, this all-electric, LEED Platinum–targeted headquarters showcases sustainability and advanced urban engineering, with completion expected in 2027.