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The Messeturm is a 257-meter postmodern skyscraper located in Frankfurt, Germany, completed in 1990 under the architectural direction of Helmut Jahn. The building is characterized by its sharp, pyramid-like peak at the top and its strong geometric design incorporating red granite and glass facades. Upon its completion, the office tower briefly held the title of the tallest building in Europe. The structure takes its name from the nearby Frankfurt Trade Fair grounds (Messe) and remains a prominent fixture in the city's modern financial skyline.
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Messeturm ranks #21 of 192 in the Skyscraper ranking, behind Torre Reforma, ahead of Guangzhou International Finance Centre.
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Where is the Messeturm tower located?
The Messeturm is a prominent postmodern skyscraper located in the Westend-Süd district of Frankfurt, Germany. Completed in 1990, it is situated right next to the Frankfurt Trade Fair grounds, which is how it got its name (which translates to 'Trade Fair Tower'). It is one of the most recognizable buildings in the Frankfurt skyline.
How tall is the Messeturm in Frankfurt?
The Messeturm stands exactly 257 meters (842 feet) tall, making it one of the tallest skyscrapers in Germany. When it opened in 1990, it briefly held the title of the tallest building in Europe until the Commerzbank Tower surpassed it in 1997. It features 63 above-ground floors of office space.
Who designed the Messeturm skyscraper?
The tower was designed by the famous German-American architect Helmut Jahn. It is celebrated for its sleek, postmodern design, which combines a red granite and glass facade with a distinctive, pyramid-shaped top. The design was heavily influenced by classic Art Deco skyscrapers like the Bank of Manhattan Trust Building.
What is the shape on top of the Messeturm?
The most striking feature of the Messeturm is the 36-meter tall glass cylinder topped with a sharp pyramid spire on its roof. This distinct architectural element has made the tower an iconic part of the Frankfurt cityscape. The base of the building also features a large loggia and a striking lobby.
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