Torre Reforma: An Eye-catching Addition to the Skyline of Mexico City

Designed by Mexican architect L. Benjamin Romano Arquitects (LBRA) and engineered by Arup, ‘Torre Reforma,’ an iconic triangle-shaped tower, the tallest in Mexico, is not only striking in appearance, but also energy-efficient and safe in its performance. This stunning feat of engineering is built (using Reinforced concrete shear walls and coupling beams) to withstand lateral loads, high winds, and the full range of earthquake activity projected for a period of 2,500 years.

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Published on 02 May 2017
Published in NBM&CW May 2017
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