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Herzog & de Meuron's Tour Triangle in Paris Nears Completion, Captured by Stefano Candito

architecture-design · 2026-05-11

Herzog & de Meuron's contentious Tour Triangle in Paris, conceived two decades ago, is nearing its final stages. This all-glass, triangular structure, situated in the 15th arrondissement, reached its peak of 42 stories on April 24, 2026. Prior to the commencement of construction in 2022, the project encountered significant opposition, financial challenges, and legal issues. Standing at 180 meters, it is now the third-tallest building within the boundaries of Paris, following the Eiffel Tower (330m), The Link in La Défense (231m), and Tour Montparnasse (210m). Due to a skyscraper ban reinstated by Mayor Anne Hidalgo in 2023, this status is expected to remain unchanged. Photographer Stefano Candito captured the latest developments.

Key facts

  • Tour Triangle is a triangular, all-glass tower by Herzog & de Meuron.
  • Located in Paris's 15th arrondissement.
  • Topped out at 42 stories on April 24, 2026.
  • Construction began in 2022 after opposition, financial roadblocks, and legal disputes.
  • The tower is 180 meters tall.
  • It is the third-tallest building within Paris city limits.
  • A skyscraper ban reinstated in 2023 by Mayor Anne Hidalgo ensures it will remain the third-tallest.
  • Photographer Stefano Candito documented the recent progress.

Entities

Artists

  • Stefano Candito
  • Herzog & de Meuron
  • Jean Nouvel

Institutions

  • Herzog & de Meuron
  • ArchDaily
  • Dezeen
  • Musée du Louvre
  • Fondation Cartier

Locations

  • Paris
  • France
  • 15th arrondissement
  • La Défense
  • Tour Montparnasse
  • Eiffel Tower

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