Basler Messeturm, High-rise building at Messeplatz, Basel, Switzerland
The Basler Messeturm is a modern high-rise at Messeplatz featuring glass facades and geometric forms that reach 105 meters into the skyline. Inside you will find a 200-room hotel, office spaces, conference facilities, and a rooftop bar offering views across Basel.
Construction of this 31-floor tower started in 2001 and finished in 2003, marking a turning point in Basel's urban development. The project was part of a broader modernization of the Messeplatz area and reshaped the city's contemporary landscape.
The ground floor displays works by local Basel artists, connecting corporate architecture with the city's creative community. Walking through this level, you encounter rotating exhibitions that give the building a living cultural presence.
The tower is easily accessible on foot from Messeplatz, and the interior is open to visitors who want to explore the lobby and ground-floor art exhibitions. The rooftop bar is worth a visit if you want to see the city from above, though you should check opening hours beforehand.
The glass facades feature special protective films that reduce solar radiation and keep the interior cool. This thoughtful design choice shows how modern buildings can combine comfort with energy efficiency.
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