The Logic of Vertical Density: Tall Buildings in the 21st Century City
October 29, 2025Analysis of Costs and Benefits of Tall Buildings
October 29, 2025Research Article
The revival of high-rise living in the UK and issues of cost and revenue in relation to height
By Kunze, J.
Full Citation
Kunze, J. (2005) The Revival of High-rise Living in the UK and Issues of Cost and Revenue in Relation to Height (Masters Thesis). London: University College London.
Key Findings
The issues of building costs and sales prices in relation to height are explored and values are gathered in several interviews with professionals. The findings are analysed and applied in a series of model calculations for developments with heights from 5-50 storeys. It seems that the disadvantages of building high are not balanced out by a premium in sales prices for height. The evidence found suggests that the economics of tall residential buildings change dramatically above 20 storeys.