Monterrey, Nuevo León, is set to become home to the tallest building in Latin America. The Rise Tower, currently under construction, will reach a height of 484 meters, making it the second-tallest structure in the Americas, surpassed only by One World Trade Center in New York City.
A Regional Record-Breaker
The Rise Tower will consist of 96 habitable floors, totaling 408 meters in height, with an additional 76-meter spire bringing the total to 484 meters. This will surpass the current record holder, the Torre Obispado (T.OP), also located in Monterrey, by 170 meters. The new tower is projected to be the thirteenth tallest in the world, exceeding the height of iconic structures like the Petronas Towers in Malaysia and the Kingkey Tower in China.
The building’s design incorporates 35 office levels, 22 apartment floors, 10 floors dedicated to a luxury hotel – the brand of which has not yet been announced – and four floors of commercial space. A SkyDeck 360° observation deck will occupy the top three floors, and a zipline is planned for the 100th floor.
Sustainable Design and Green Spaces
The Rise Tower will feature 4,300 square meters of green spaces, a thermally controlled glass facade, and curved corners designed to mitigate wind impact at high altitudes. The project has already secured international sustainability certifications, including LEED Silver, Green Globes, Building EQ, and Well from the International Well Building Institute.
The tower is being built in the Obispado colony of Monterrey, near the Cerro de la Silla and its museum, and faces the Santa Catarina river and Constitución Avenue.
Looking Ahead
According to Nuevo León Governor Samuel García Sepúlveda, the Rise Tower is expected to be inaugurated in the summer of 2026. If completed on schedule, the tower could significantly boost tourism and investment in the Monterrey area. Further development in the surrounding areas is possible, and the tower may spur similar ambitious construction projects throughout Latin America. However, these outcomes are dependent on economic conditions and continued investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the height of the Rise Tower?
The Rise Tower will reach a total height of 484 meters, with 408 meters of habitable floors and a 76-meter spire.
Where is the Rise Tower being built?
The Rise Tower is under construction in the Obispado colony of Monterrey, Nuevo León, near the Cerro de la Silla and facing the Santa Catarina river and Constitución Avenue.
When is the Rise Tower expected to open?
The inauguration of the Rise Tower is projected for the summer of 2026, according to Governor Samuel García Sepúlveda.
How might a structure of this scale impact the urban landscape and economy of Monterrey?
