Skyscraper trend: every third residential complex built in the capital exceeds 30 stories.

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Skyscraper trend: every third residential complex built in the capital exceeds 30 stories.

Moscow, historically renowned for its monumental architecture and wide avenues, is now rapidly transforming into a metropolis with tall buildings. Every third residential complex built in the capital now exceeds 30 stories, and the trend toward high-rise construction is becoming increasingly significant. Buildings are emerging not only in Moscow City but also in outlying areas beyond the Third Ring Road, becoming new architectural landmarks of the capital.

Expanding Horizons: High-Rise Projects Beyond Moscow City

Moscow City remains a symbol of the capital's vertical growth, but developers are increasingly expanding high-rise projects beyond traditional boundaries. Today, 19% of all residential complexes within Moscow's old city limits are over 30 stories tall. According to Nikoliers, since 2010, more than 3,200 buildings have been completed or are under construction in Moscow, comprising approximately 1,200 residential projects, totaling over 49 million square meters. Most of these buildings remain under 30 stories, but skyscrapers are increasingly expanding beyond traditional central districts.

Key indicators for residential complexes:

  • Up to 30 floors: 1,031 residential complexes, 2,732 buildings, area - 35.3 million sq. m.
  • Over 30 floors: 241 residential complexes, 551 buildings, area - 14.5 million sq. m.
  • Total: 1,272 residential complexes, 3,283 buildings, total area - 49.8 million sq. m.

Legendary Projects: Moscow's High-Rise Leaders

The capital's tallest tower, called a symbol of Moscow's new image, is the Federation Tower , built by Aeon Development. This complex consists of two high-rise buildings: the East Tower (95 stories, 374 meters) and the West Tower (63 stories, 243 meters). The Panorama 360 observation deck , located on the 87th floor, is the highest in Europe and offers panoramic views of the capital.

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Top completed high-rise projects in Moscow:

  • Federation Tower (95 floors) — Aeon Development
  • Oko (85 floors) — Capital Group
  • Neva Towers (67–78 floors) — Renaissance Construction
  • City of Capitals (75 floors) — Capital Group
  • Mercury City (75 floors) — Rasen

Modern realities: high-rise residential buildings account for 47% of the new construction market

Today, high-rise buildings make up a significant share of the Moscow real estate market—every third new building rises above 30 stories. As of the third quarter of 2024, 311 buildings in 149 projects, with a total area of over 7.3 million square meters, are under construction in Moscow. High-rise buildings already account for 47% of residential space under construction in the capital, reflecting the growing demand for modern multi-story complexes.

Current construction data:

  • Up to 30 floors: 301 residential complexes, 701 buildings, area - 8.4 million sq. m.
  • Over 30 storeys: 149 residential complexes, 311 buildings, area – 7.4 million sq. m.
  • Total: 450 residential complexes, 1012 buildings, total area - 15.8 million sq. m.

Major developers and their contribution to Moscow's upward growth

MR Group currently leads the way in terms of the number of high-rise projects, developing eight residential complexes ranging from 53 to 61 stories. It is followed by Level Group, with three projects reaching 69 stories, and LSR, which is constructing two residential complexes of 52 and 60 stories.

TOP developers by number of high-rise projects:

  • MR Group — 8 complexes (53–61 floors)
  • Level Group — 3 complexes (height 54–69 floors)
  • LSR - 2 complexes (52–60 floors)

The tallest projects are under construction

Among the most ambitious complexes under construction today is the 85-story Dom Dau project by developer Summa Elements. Other large-scale projects include The Five by Gorn Development and Level Yuzhnoportovaya by Level Group, each 69 stories tall.

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Top tallest complexes under construction in Moscow:

  • Dom Dau — Sum of the Elements, 85 floors
  • The Five — Gorn Development, 69 floors
  • Level Yuzhnoportovaya and Level Zvenigorodskaya — Level Group, 69 floors
  • Fili City — MR Group, 60 floors

Factors driving the growth of high-rise construction

There are several reasons that explain the high demand for high-rise buildings in Moscow:

  • Technological advancements. Modern construction technologies, such as durable reinforced concrete, composite materials, energy-efficient façades, and intelligent control systems, have made it possible to address the challenges associated with high-rise construction. This allows developers to build higher, faster, and more efficiently.
  • Economic feasibility. High development density helps optimize land use, especially in central areas of the city, where land is most valuable.
  • The city's architectural policy. Moscow authorities actively support projects that contribute to the city's modern appearance. City leaders, including Chief Architect Sergei Kuznetsov, place great emphasis on the harmonious integration of new high-rises into the urban landscape.

Expansion of high-rise projects beyond the Third Transport Ring

Moscow continues to expand, and high-rise construction is now expanding beyond both the Garden Ring and the Third Ring Road. Residential complexes with skyscrapers are planned for the Southern and Northern River Ports, and some projects are becoming part of the renovation program.

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New high-rise projects outside the Third Transport Ring:

  • Veer — MR Group, buildings ranging in height from 14 to 62 floors
  • Set — MR Group, buildings from 18 to 59 stories high
  • Residential complex "Ostrov" - Donstroy, with buildings from 19 to 21 floors

High-rise buildings as an integral part of the urban landscape

Moscow continues its vertical growth, which is becoming not only a characteristic of its architectural appearance but also an indicator of the city's status. Technical and architectural innovations allow developers to adapt high-rise construction to the demands of the times, creating comfortable and modern housing that seamlessly integrates into the city's urban landscape.

The article uses materials from Nikoliers experts.

Previously we wrote about:

Moscow Skyscrapers: How the Capital Is Growing and Changing Its Face

Skyscrapers: Inevitable Future or Temporary Fad

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