# Shimmery Skylines Henning Larsen Creates Saudi Arabia's Crystal Towers By Chrystyne Leak | Published 2010-09-20 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-towers References: [henninglarsen](http://www.henninglarsen.com/projects/1000-1099/1025-crystal-towers.aspx) In Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh, [Henning Larsen Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faroe-islands) are planning on creating one 18-storey building and one 26-storey building in the financial district. Named the Crystal Towers, these structures are visually appealing with beautiful designs on the outside. Within these buildings, there will be multiple retail facilities as well as an office headquarter center. These Crystal Towers by Henning Larsen are located in between the financial plaza and the Wadi, a major pedestrian thoroughfare. **Implications** - Henning Larsen has created Saudi Arabia's phenomenal Crystal Towers. Due to the climate, the towers were built to minimize the solar heat. The project is hoping to receive a LEED certification when it is finished being built. Now, this is an amazing building in Saudi Arabia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Architecture:** Designing buildings that minimize solar heat and aim for LEED certification. - **Mixed-use Development:** Creating buildings that combine retail facilities and office headquarters. - **Pedestrian-centered Design:** Integrating buildings into major pedestrian thoroughfares. ### Where This Applies - **Architectural Design:** Opportunity for architects to incorporate sustainable and visually appealing designs. - **Real Estate:** Potential for developers to create mixed-use buildings that cater to diverse needs. - **Urban Planning:** Focus on pedestrian-friendly design to create vibrant city centers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cube-Shaped Skyscraper Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mukaab.md) - [Feminine Silhouette Tall Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telus-sky-tower.md) - [Eco-Conscious Slim Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil.md) - [Glass Facade Premium Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-office.md) - [Art Expo Village-Esque Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saudi-arabia-pavilion.md) - [Emirati-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-tower.md) - [Waterfront Residential Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peninsula-dubai.md) - [Diamond-Inspired Luxe Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-miami.md) - [Coastal Shiny Cantilevered Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shebara-resort.md)