A Pelli glass shard in Madrid’s financial cluster—sleek enough to feel almost abstract.
Skyscraper in Madrid, Spain.
Visitor Guide
Treat it as an urban ensemble piece: compare it with neighboring towers to read how subtle changes in section and facade change the skyline rhythm.
From Plaza de Castilla area at sunset for the classic ‘Cuatro Torres’ skyline stack.
Private office tower; no general public interior access beyond lobby (if accessible).
Look for how the tower’s profile and facade modulation keep a tall glass building from becoming a flat mirror.
20–40 min
Design & Structure
Typical contemporary tower workflow: wind/solar studies, curtain-wall unitization, and BIM coordination for complex vertical transportation and services.
Unitized glass curtain wall; materiality is about reflectivity and slenderness.
Engineering is standard tall-tower core/perimeter system tuned for wind—quiet competence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Torre de Cristal?+
Torre de Cristal was designed by César Pelli and completed in 2009. It is located in Madrid, Spain.
Where is Torre de Cristal located?+
Torre de Cristal is located in Madrid, Spain. Its coordinates are 40.4781°, -3.6872°.
When was Torre de Cristal built?+
Torre de Cristal was completed in 2009. It was designed by César Pelli.
Can I visit Torre de Cristal?+
Torre de Cristal is a real building in Madrid 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.