Tall buildings conference comes to Birmingham

For the first time in its history, the Tall Buildings Conference will be held in Birmingham at Millennium Point on 13 June 2023.

Now in its fourth year, this annual conference offers the opportunity to learn more about the iconic superstructures that are transforming the high-rise sector and the ideas and processes behind these feats of engineering.

Birmingham boasts a rich heritage of design, architecture and construction ingenuity, from the famous Bullring to the largest public library in Europe.

In regenerating the city, Birmingham has begun to rival London in more ways than one. While the city 's built environment lies at the root of this progress, it has also catalysed a wealth of future investments.

Lisa Deering, director of Glancy Nicholls Architects, will be at Tall Buildings Conference to talk about delivering a high-rise project that blends in with the unique aesthetic of Birmingham 's historical heritage.

Located on the corner of Bristol Street and Essex Street, South Central Tower is a 30-storey residential project delivering 166 high-end apartments.

Due for completion in Q2 2024, the development forms part of a growing cultural and business hub. The scheme combines low-carbon materials and technologies to create a building that honours heritage whilst being environmentally conscious and future-proof.

Alan McCartney, partner at Howells, will present a case study at Tall Buildings Conference about the project. His talk will give an overview of the concept behind the ambitious build and its delivery so far.

Once complete, the Octagon will boast unparalleled panoramic views of Birmingham from its 346 apartments. The Octagon is a unique feat of design and engineering, offering the world 's first pure octagonal high-rise residential building.

The second phase of the Exchange Square development will bring a mixture of hotel, commercial, and business spaces to Birmingham.

Designed by Stephenson Studio, Exchange Square will become a landmark gateway to the city. Phase Two will be located adjacent to the residential development already completed by Stephenson Studio.

In his Tall Buildings Conference presentation, Keith Hamilton, director of Stephenson Studio, will talk about how their design references the Brutiful Birmingham era of architecture.

Many developments in planning or under construction will join existing builds like Cortland Broad Street, The Mercian, and 103 Colmore Row, the tallest office building outside London since 1973.

The ongoing regeneration and modernisation of the city through innovative design and architecture has positioned many of Birmingham 's neighbourhoods as growing cultural districts alongside the likes of London 's trendy Shoreditch and Manchester 's Northern Quarter.

Birmingham has long been on an upward trajectory in more ways than one. From the increasing number of employment opportunities to greater economic output, the city is thriving and the built environment will continue to be at the root of this success.

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