Stunning First Look at Views from Birmingham’s Tallest Building: The Octagon
Birmingham’s skyline is set to reach new heights with the completion of the city’s tallest building next year. The Octagon, a 49-storey tower, is currently under construction and is poised to offer breathtaking views across Birmingham. With its distinctive eight-sided design, this architectural marvel is making headlines as the first octagonally shaped building to be used for residential purposes globally.
The landmark tower will boast 370 luxury apartments, offering residents the chance to live in the sky. Rising to 155 meters, The Octagon will be a significant addition to the city’s skyline, surpassing the height of the longstanding BT Tower. The development sits strategically at the northern edge of the Paradise site, overlooking Summer Row, and benefits from its position on the Birmingham ridge, an elevated area in the city center.
Construction of The Octagon kicked off in 2021, with a completion target set for 2025. This ambitious project symbolizes a £110 million investment into the city’s infrastructure, carried out by high-rise specialists, Midgard, and conceived by the Birmingham architecture practice, Howells. It enjoys backing from the global real estate giant, City Developments.
Neil McGinty, a director at City Developments, expressed enthusiasm about the project, highlighting its significance for Birmingham. “The original investment in The Octagon marked a major milestone in foreign-direct investment in the UK’s regional landscape in recent years,” McGinty stated. He further emphasized the role of The Octagon in enhancing Birmingham’s status as an international destination boasting a thriving regional economy. According to McGinty, The Octagon isn’t just a building; it’s a statement—a new landmark that will redefine Birmingham’s cityscape.
As the tallest building in Birmingham, The Octagon promises its residents unparalleled views of the city’s ever-evolving skyline. From its unique vantage point, residents will have the privilege of witnessing sunsets that paint the sky vivid hues, while overlooking the bustling city life below. The Octagon is not just offering apartments; it’s offering a unique lifestyle, sky-high above Birmingham.
With the project’s progress visible from virtually anywhere in the city, anticipation is building. The Octagon is poised to become not just a feat of architectural ingenuity but a home to hundreds, setting a new standard for urban living in Birmingham.
As the count down to its completion continues, The Octagon stands as a testament to Birmingham’s ambitious urban development plans, promising to not only reshape the city’s skyline but also to redefine luxury living in the heart of England.
