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TORRE ALTUS : MEXICO CITY

Built with reinforced concrete , glass
and aluminium , the Torre Altus in Mexico City was also one of the first initial green buildings in the area , with sophisticated technologies throughout its structure . Designed by architect Augusto Alvarez , the tower has survived several strong earthquakes through a number of reinforcements , spanning 640ft . The building contains 45 floors , of which seven are below ground level , housing over 40 apartments . A Building Management System has been incorporated to ensure the safety of residents , in addition to several sports and leisure facilities which are accessible for residents .

PABELLÓN M : MONTERREY

Situated in Monterrey lies the Pabellón M , a mixed-use skyscraper incorporates a multitude of facilities , from a hotel containing over 170 rooms , leisure facilities and auditorium , which can accommodate over 4,000 citizens . Designed by architect Agustín Landa , the skyscraper reaches heights of 214 metres and also contains over 10 restaurants , a number of retail facilities , convention center , but also incorporates 30,000m2 of office space , embedded within 27 floors . Similar to other skyscrapers , the eradication of internal columns has created a sense of space . The auditorium incorporates a mechanical lifting system and an array of sophisticated technologies to become one of the most iconic cultural venues . Built by engineer Salomon Marcuschamer alongside architect Landa , the auditorium is utilised for plays , concerts and cultural events .

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