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The sky’s the limit

THREE sustainable skyscrapers, linked by vertical planters, look set to dominate the east London skyline.

The 507ft-tall trio has been designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox for the Hong Kong developer Tenacity, and will replace an existing 10-storey building at 70, Gracechurch Street, EC3. As well as office and retail space, there will be a viewing platform and winter garden on one of the upper floors.

According to Kohn Pedersen Fox—which is also responsible

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