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Toronto's new 106-story skyscraper now holds a wild North American record

Pinnacle SkyTower just topped out at 106 floors, becoming North America's tallest residential building. This supertall skyscraper sets a new record for high-rise living.

Elena Voss
Elena Voss
·1 min read·Toronto, Canada·63 views

Originally reported by New Atlas · Rewritten for clarity and brevity by Brightcast

Why it matters: The Pinnacle SkyTower represents a triumph of modern architecture, inspiring future innovation and enhancing Toronto's vibrant skyline for residents and visitors alike.

Get this: a new skyscraper just topped out in Toronto, and it's officially the residential building with the most floors in all of North America. Seriously, 106 stories of homes and a fancy hotel.

It's called the Pinnacle SkyTower, and it shoots up 1,154 feet into the sky. That makes it Canada's tallest building, though the CN Tower is still king if you count structures that aren't technically buildings.

Now, here's the wild part: even with all those floors, it's not the tallest residential building. That title goes to New York's Central Park Tower, which has fewer floors but super high ceilings. Go figure.

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A Clever Twist on Design

This isn't just any tall building. The SkyTower has this super cool twelve-sided shape that tapers as it goes up. Imagine a giant diamond twisting towards the sky – that's the vibe. The architects at Hariri Pontarini say this unique shape isn't just for looks; it helps cut through the wind and gives more apartments killer views.

They're still putting the finishing touches on the outside and inside. When it's all done in 2026, it'll have nearly a thousand luxury homes and a swanky Le Méridien hotel with 220 rooms. Plus, there's a massive 80,000 square feet of amenities for residents and guests. It’s all part of a bigger project called Pinnacle One Yonge.

It's pretty nuts to think about a building with 106 floors. That's a whole lot of living happening way up high. This tower isn't just setting a record; it's changing Toronto's skyline in a seriously cool way.

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This article celebrates a significant architectural achievement, setting a record for the most floors in a North American residential building. The completion of such a large-scale project demonstrates progress in urban development and engineering. While not a solution to a problem, it represents a positive milestone in construction and design.

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Sources: New Atlas

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