Definition
Imperia Tower is a mixed‑use skyscraper located in the Moscow International Business Center (Moscow‑City) in Moscow, Russia.
Overview
The building forms part of the cluster of high‑rise structures that constitute the Moscow‑City development, a major commercial district intended to serve as a financial and business hub for the Russian capital. Imperia Tower was constructed in the mid‑2000s and opened to occupants in the early 2010s. It provides office space, hotel accommodations, and associated retail facilities.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Imperia” is a brand‑style designation chosen by the developers; it does not derive from a historical or geographical term specific to the site. The suffix “Tower” is a generic English term used for tall, freestanding structures.
Characteristics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Moscow International Business Center, Moscow, Russia |
| Height | Approximately 239 m (784 ft) to the architectural top |
| Floors | 58 above‑ground levels |
| Construction period | Groundbreaking in 2005; structural topping‑out in 2009; completion and opening in the early 2010s |
| Primary uses | Office spaces, hotel (mixed‑use), retail services |
| Architectural style | Contemporary high‑rise design, featuring a glass‑faced façade and a tapered silhouette |
| Structural system | Steel‑frame skeleton with reinforced‑concrete core, typical of modern skyscrapers |
| Ownership / Management | Managed by a private real‑estate investment group; specific ownership entities have varied over time |
Related Topics
- Moscow International Business Center (Moscow‑City) – the larger development project of which Imperia Tower is a component.
- Skyscrapers in Russia – a category encompassing other notable Russian high‑rise structures such as the Federation Tower and the OKO complex.
- Mixed‑use development – a real‑estate concept integrating residential, commercial, and hospitality functions within a single building.
- Modern Russian architecture – the contemporary architectural movement influencing the design of skyscrapers built in the post‑Soviet era.