Design and Architecture
Testing the Limits: The Panama Canal Expansion and the Mile-High Tower
Is the sky the limit for supersized structures? DnA explores the Panama Canal Expansion, mega-ships and the advent of the mile-high building.
By Frances Anderton • • 29m ListenIs the sky the limit for supersized structures? DnA explores the Panama Canal Expansion, mega-ships and the advent of the mile-high building.
Image: Post-Panamax Ship. Photo by Radiant Features.
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