Residential towers

Putting greenery on skyscrapers is one of the better architectural trends as far as we're concerned. MVRDV's latest project leans into the idea with a Gaudí-inspired plant-filled tower that provides city dwellers with a daily dose of nature.

A new residential skyscraper has broken a North American record, becoming the tallest building in Canada – and it's not even finished. The Pinnacle SkyTower will rise to an impressive height of 1,154 ft in Toronto once complete.

If New York is the city that never sleeps, Dubai is the city that never stops building. This latest example, by Zaha Hadid Architects, consists of a residential skyscraper with a striking exoskeleton design inspired by traditional local craftsmanship.

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.