{"title":"Special Publications","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our Special Publications, a curated selection of landmark titles, in-depth reports, and exclusive releases that explore critical themes in urban development and tall buildings. Featuring expert insights, case studies, and forward-thinking ideas, these editions offer unique perspectives for professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in the future of cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"100-of-the-worlds-tallest-buildings","title":"100 of the World's Tallest Buildings","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a captivating exploration of architectural marvels with \"100 of the World’s Tallest Buildings,\" a visually stunning collection curated by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). Delve into the stories behind the world's tallest skyscrapers, witnessing their evolution from sleek glass facades to daring twists and horizontal connections. With striking imagery and detailed profiles, discover how these towering giants address pressing global challenges such as population growth, urbanization, and climate change. Authored by the foremost authority on tall buildings, this book offers unparalleled insights into the cutting-edge innovations shaping our cities, sourced from world-class architecture and engineering firms, construction companies, and consultants. Join us on a journey to the skies and experience the extraordinary heights of human achievement.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/awards.ctbuh.org\/winners\/?award-year=2022\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEditor: Antony Wood\u003cbr\u003eCoordinating Editor: Steven Henry\u003cbr\u003eWriters: Jason Gabel\u003cbr\u003eLayout: Kristen Dobbins\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2015\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003eType: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003ePages: 295\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 9\" W x 12\" H\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-864706-51-2\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Council on Vertical Urbanism","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848428241047,"sku":"100WTB","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/7229\/5575\/files\/277.jpg?v=1779914506"},{"product_id":"the-worlds-118-tallest-buildings","title":"The World's 118 Tallest Buildings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 juice:w-full juice:items-end overflow-x-auto gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evolution of urban landscapes and architectural marvels with \"The World’s 118 Tallest Buildings\" by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). This continuation of the esteemed \"100 Tallest\" series celebrates the completion of the groundbreaking Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, emblematic of humanity's ongoing pursuit of innovation and sustainability in the face of pressing global challenges. Through meticulously crafted profiles and insightful analyses, this collection offers a captivating exploration of skyscrapers, showcasing not only their awe-inspiring heights but also their pivotal role in shaping our cities and addressing the complexities of the modern world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEditor: Antony Wood\u003cbr\u003eCoordinating Editor: S. Isaac Work\u003cbr\u003eResearch, Writing \u0026amp; Layout\u003cbr\u003eDerek Pietrowski, Malhar Kate, Daniel Safarik, Shawn Ursini, Jasmine Wood, Joshua Wood \u0026amp; Elias DeHart\u003cbr\u003eLayout Review: Tansri Muliani\u003cbr\u003eProofreader: Chuck Mutscheller\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2022\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003eType: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003ePages: 295\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 9\" W x 12\" H\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-0-939493-80-7\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Council on Vertical Urbanism","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848428503191,"sku":"118WTB","price":118.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/7229\/5575\/files\/300.jpg?v=1779914544"},{"product_id":"ctbuh-data-handbook-2023","title":"CTBUH Data Handbook 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgba(0,0,0,0.894); font-family: SegoeUIVariable, SegoeUI, 'Segoe UI', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, 'Microsoft YaHei', 'Meiryo UI', Meiryo, 'Arial Unicode MS', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #f3f3f3; float: none;\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 14px; color: rgba(0,0,0,0.894); font-family: SegoeUIVariable, SegoeUI, 'Segoe UI', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, 'Microsoft YaHei', 'Meiryo UI', Meiryo, 'Arial Unicode MS', sans-serif; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003eCTBUH Data Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgba(0,0,0,0.894); font-family: SegoeUIVariable, SegoeUI, 'Segoe UI', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, 'Microsoft YaHei', 'Meiryo UI', Meiryo, 'Arial Unicode MS', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #f3f3f3; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an annual publication that provides detailed insights into tall building construction and urban growth. It expands on the CTBUH’s “Year in Review” report with more in-depth analysis and graphics. The inaugural edition highlights the milestone of over 2,000 buildings exceeding 200 meters in height and examines trends in their function, materials, and locations. It also discusses the rapid expansion of megacities, with the UN predicting that 68% of the global population will live in urban areas by 2050. 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Building on the annual “Year in Review” report, it offers deeper insights and expanded graphics for professionals and enthusiasts. The book highlights record-breaking achievements in 2023 and explores trends in building function, materials, and geography, with data collected up to June 2024. 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