Synopsis

Designed by Cesar Pelli, the Petronas Towers held the distinction of being the world’s tallest buildings upon their completion. Situated in Kuala Lumpur, the design of these 88-story, 450-meter-tall twin towers draws inspiration from Islamic geometric patterns and stand as a powerful symbol of Malaysian pride. To foster competition, the construction contract was divided between two separate companies, each tasked with building one of the towers. This account explores how those construct