Cities in the Sky

From one of the world’s foremost experts on the economics of skyscrapers comes the story of the global quest for skyscrapers in the 21st century.

Reviews

"Jason M. Barr deftly walks the reader through the development of the skyscraper—from 1880s Chicago to present day Asia—and the issues that either prevented or made possible their heavens-aspiring construction. Barr's easy-going, conversational writing style makes his discussion of topics like engineering, community impact, and his vision of future cities as engaging to the layman as it is to the urban planner, economist, engineer and architect. Cities in the Sky is a fascinating and informative read." —Tom Miller, author of Seeking New York: The Stories Behind the Historic Architecture of Manhattan—One Building at a Time