At the time, the Burj Khalifa was designed as a 2297-foot tower, but since it can take about a year to excavate and lay the foundation for a building of that size, Smith used that time to further ...

The Burj Khalifa was the most significant building ... built into a solid-rock foundation. The wings taper upwards in 27 setbacks, which create outdoor terraces, gradually decreasing the tower's ...

Have you ever wondered how the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, appears from space? While it might not be a question that crosses your mind often, a NASA astronaut has provided the ...