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The famous Turning Torso will not rise out lonely in the Malmö of the future

Malmö sets guidelines for tall buildings

Malmö sets guidelines for tall buildings

This is not to discourage them from appearing - in fact, quite the opposite

The Swedish city of Malmö is projected to keep growing, and for this, its authorities have decided that it is necessary to accept the necessity for high-rise buildings as part of its future skyline and image. The authorities released a set of guidelines on how these should be constructed around the city so that it is done with foresight and benefit to the residents.

High-rise buildings are engaging and noticeable

The new guidelines clarify how tall buildings should be able to contribute to desirable development and to meet the city's various objectives. The tall buildings must be able to reflect the visions of our time and meet the challenges of our time.

Tall buildings can help to orientate oneself in the city, give an urban feel and add an interesting dynamic to the cityscape. The guidelines mean that high-rise buildings must also contribute to creating value for the character and qualities of different districts and for those who live and work in the area. Tall buildings are a way, but not the only way, in which we can build a dense city,” explained the City of Malmö Architect Finn Williams.

In his opinion, it is essential to build high-rises with forethought and not just because a city can do it and wants to appear more urban in style. The tall buildings should complement to the overall, and unique, image of a city.

He continued: “The most important thing is that the tall buildings should be designed for Malmö in particular and in the design interpret the character of the place where they are built. It should be possible to see from the tall buildings that we are in Malmö and not in London or Gothenburg. In the same way, there should be a difference between a tall building in Limhamn and one at Rosengård's centre.

Tall buildings will serve as a visual indicator and quick reference marks for certain parts of the city, including dense central areas but also hubs, such as the city’s transportation stations. For reference, the way Malmo authorities define a tall building is a structure taller than 35 metres, but also any other building that rises out considerably above its surroundings.

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