Telecom Italia Tower, Office skyscraper in Centro Direzionale, Naples, Italy
Description
Telecom Italia Tower is a 33-story office building in Centro Direzionale that reaches 129 meters high with a mirrored glass facade. The structure features white-paneled elevator shafts and multiple horizontal black lines across its reflective surface that serve as panoramic balconies.
History
Construction began in 1988 and the building was completed in 1994, making it Italy's tallest structure for 15 years. The project was part of a major modernization effort that reshaped the business district from the ground up.
Culture
The tower represents Naples' shift from traditional architecture to modern commercial spaces in the Centro Direzionale district. It shows how the city embraced office buildings as part of its urban transformation during recent decades.
Practical
The building has eight elevators to move people efficiently, and its location in the business district connects directly to Naples' main transportation networks. Access to public transit is straightforward from this spot.
Did you know?
The black horizontal cuts across the shiny facade are actually public balconies hidden within the building's design at different levels. These overlooked viewpoints offer visitors unexpected views of the city from varying heights.
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