Nashville Skyline: “Critics contend high-rises tend to be very monolithic, with their bland designs and sheer height antithetical to the ‘pedestrian vibe’ that a true urbanite would prefer.”
By Kaldari (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Going forward, it may be more difficult to stand out in the skyscraper race,especially considering Atlanta’s and Charlotte’s lead in the region. Of course, Metro ordinances notwithstanding, why stop at 70 or 80 stories?
For further reading on the possible future of skyscrapers—with an international perspective—check out this interesting read from the Smithsonian blog.
