Libeskind Tower

Daniel Libeskind · Milan · 2020

Libeskind Tower
Editor's Pick

A skyscraper that bows mid-stride—Libeskind’s curve turning CityLife into a three-tower conversation.

Building in Milan, Italy.

Featured in Daniel Libeskind's definitive monograph, Breaking Ground: An Immigrant's Journey.

Visitor Guide

Visitor Tip

Treat it as part of an ensemble: walk the piazza and compare how each tower ‘moves’ differently. The tower alone is a photo; the trio is a story.

Best Photo Spot

Piazza Tre Torri, late afternoon; shoot upward from near the tower base so the curvature reads as a continuous sweep against the sky.

Access & Hours

Exterior public realm is accessible; the tower itself is an office building with limited public interior access.

Insider Note

Nicknames matter here: ‘Il Curvo’ is a public reading of form—Milan turns developer skylines into everyday language, and the architecture has to earn that.

Time Needed

45–90 minutes

Design & Structure

FreeformRuled Surface
Computational Process

Digitally coordinated curved high-rise: geometry rationalized into façade systems and repetitive floor logic; structural engineering tuned for lateral performance and torsion within a visibly bending profile.

Materiality

Glass-and-metal high-rise skin—chosen to sharpen the curve through reflection and to keep the mass visually light.

Structural Innovation

Curved tall-form stability: engineering must handle wind-induced motion and torsional effects while maintaining façade tolerances over height.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed Libeskind Tower?+

Libeskind Tower was designed by Daniel Libeskind and completed in 2020. It is located in Milan, Italy.

Where is Libeskind Tower located?+

Libeskind Tower is located in Milan, Italy. Its coordinates are 45.4788°, 9.1569°.

When was Libeskind Tower built?+

Libeskind Tower was completed in 2020. It was designed by Daniel Libeskind.

Can I visit Libeskind Tower?+

Libeskind Tower is a real building in Milan that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.