Although seen more as a historic location — the center of town is a UNESCO Heritage Site — St. Petersburg will soon assume a more modern face. Russian gas company Gazprom has hired UK-based architectural firm RMJM to build its new headquarters, the Okhta Tower.
Not only will the tower be Europe’s tallest, but it is planned to be one of the most “environmentally sustainable in the world.” Coming from an energy company, maybe it’s all part of Gazprom’s plan to be environmentally responsible.
No matter what the reason behind the building, one of Russia’s most famous cities will soon feature a new architectural feature to compete with the city’s more traditional Baroque and neoclassical styles.
Via Inhabit