Q1 Tower, Residential skyscraper in Gold Coast, Australia
The Q1 Tower is a skyscraper in Queensland, Australia, rising over 322 meters across 78 floors with a facade of aluminum-clad ribbons that wind from the base to the pointed top. The upper levels house an observation platform offering a full circle view over the coastline.
Construction began in 2002 and lasted until completion in 2005, before the building officially opened in 2007. During this time, the tallest residential tower in the Southern Hemisphere took shape.
The name Q1 stands for Queensland Number One, reflecting the ambition to create the tallest residential building in the country. Visitors can sense how the architectural boldness has become a landmark of the Gold Coast.
The SkyPoint observation platform on levels 77 and 78 is reached by lifts and offers a view that extends from Brisbane to Byron Bay on clear days. Visitors should keep in mind that the height may bring weather-related limitations.
The foundation rests on 26 piles anchored deep underground, providing stability for the tower. Separate high-speed lift systems connect different building segments with each other.
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