Building on a Building

Building on a Building

In land-scarce Singapore, architects & developers have to get creative in optimising land use. Tower Fifteen (formerly known as the Euro Asia Centre) is a compelling example (see another one here)- literally building a skyscraper on top of another tower!

Image by Robert J Steiner

The original ~14 storey building was built in the 1970’s, and a new ~12 storey addition was built on the three massive columns in 2003.

Image from Skyscrapercity

In 2008, the footprint of the upper extension was expanded and the entire complex was reclad with a contemporary glass facade by RSP Architects. Not many buildings have undergone such a dramatic transformation!

The building is currently up for sale in case you’re interested in adding another stack on top!

Images by Jonathan Choe unless otherwise stated.