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Shanghai Tower

Shanghai Tower
Shanghai Tower

The Shanghai Tower, standing 2,073-feet tall, is an elegant twisting form comprising of a cylinder within a cylinder that allows for high-energy efficiency and increased sustainability. The $3 billion project, designed by architecture firm Gensler with Chinese architect Jun Xia, provides 360-degree views of the city to up to 30,000 visitors a day. Structurally, it comprises nine cylindrical buildings or zones in a stacked configuration, with each featuring gardens, retail space, meeting spots and cafés. Enhancing its brilliant profile, Valspar’s architectural coating Fluropon Classic in Silver to the metal components within the twisting curtain wall.