But while the latter is on course to become Europe's new tallest building, Asia is again expected to drive global skyscraper construction. Among this year's openings, Beijing's 1,732-foot China Zun Tower is set to be the year's tallest building if it finishes on schedule. "Timber construction is making some pretty significant strides," he said in a phone interview. "There are a number of new timber buildings that are supposed to start construction next year or in a couple of years' time. Designed by Lever Architecture, it is set to become the tallest timber high-rise in the US.

Source: CNN December 31, 2017 12:22 UTC