description Turning Torso Overview
Turning Torso is a neo-futurist skyscraper located in Malmö, Sweden, situated near the Öresund strait. Completed in 2005, the structure reaches a height of 190 meters, making it the tallest building in Scandinavia. It was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, featuring a distinctive, nine-segment design that twists a full 90 degrees from base to top. The tower contains a combination of offices, residential apartments, and conference spaces.
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Who designed Turning Torso in Malmö?
Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava designed Turning Torso. Its twisting form was inspired by a human torso in motion, which explains the building's name and shape.
How tall is Turning Torso?
Turning Torso reaches 190 meters. It was completed in 2005 and is described as the tallest building in Scandinavia.
Where is Turning Torso located?
It stands in Malmö, Sweden, near the Öresund strait. The 190-meter tower is one of the city's most recognizable modern landmarks.
What makes Turning Torso different from a normal skyscraper?
The neo-futurist building rotates through stacked sections, creating a visible twist from base to roof. Santiago Calatrava's 190-meter structure was completed in Malmö in 2005.
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