Residential towers

This remarkable tower looks likely to make a splash even in skyscraper-packed Dubai. Rising to 1,476 ft, it will feature four "SkyParks," allowing residents to escape from the heat and bustle of the city streets.

Construction is underway on a new project that promises to put a musical twist on sky high living. Named the Sax, it's inspired by the jazzy musical instrument and consists of a pair of skyscrapers connected by a large skybridge.

The Legends Tower, the audacious bid to build the USA's new tallest skyscraper in Oklahoma, has faced delays and uncertainty. However, its developer tells us that initial construction work will begin later this year.

A new tower is set to make a major impact on the skyline in Toronto, Canada. One Bloor West is nearing completion and has officially surpassed 984 ft, making it the country's first supertall skyscraper. And it's going to get even taller.

Dubai is full of amazing skyscrapers, but a new project by Deyaar Development looks set to turn heads even there. Soaring to an ambitious height of 1,459 ft, the tower will contain luxurious residences, including a palace fit for an Arabian prince.

MVRDV has revealed plans for a striking new residential tower. Appropriately named Out of the Box, the project is defined by a bold blocky design and a cantilevered facade that creates outdoor areas and increases indoor living space.

English soccer team Chelsea Football Club has partnered with developer Damac Properties to create a soccer-inspired skyscraper. Slated for Dubai, the project focuses on luxury and sport, and comes complete with a rooftop soccer field.

This skyscraper's extraordinary exterior is not just for show. Designers Triptyque and Architects Office have arranged the building around a concrete exoskeleton, which provides structural support and frees up floorspace inside.

This new timber residential tower, named 230 Royal York, is due to begin construction soon. Thanks to its innovative prefabricated wooden design, the building is expected to rise in a mere 90 days.

Construction has begun on an eye-catching new skyscraper in Miami. The 70-story tower will be defined by its wavy exterior and feature solar-panel-integrated windows to help reduce its grid-based energy usage.

Tonwell Tower is an ambitious transformation of a brutalist water tower. The project involved a family working together over four years to convert the 1960s structure into a luxurious vacation residence.

The audacious bid to build what will be the USA's tallest skyscraper in Oklahoma City has hit a snag. Shortly before construction was due to begin, it has reportedly been delayed following concerns from airport officials.