Jürgen Springer — Beyond the Skyline

Tall Buildings and Urban Identity

In this session at FABER Forum 2025, Jürgen Springer, Project Architect at KSP ENGEL International, explored how tall buildings shape far more than city skylines — they influence identity, movement, and the way cities are experienced on a global scale.

Through international case studies and professional insights, Springer examined the urban, architectural, and cultural impact of vertical development, highlighting how high-rise buildings can support compact growth, efficient land use, and more connected urban environments when designed with care and responsibility.

The talk reflected on the responsibilities that come with building vertically, emphasizing that towers are not just technical achievements but public statements that affect public space, mobility, and community life.

By framing height as a tool rather than an end goal, the session challenged the audience to rethink how density, design, and identity intersect in the future of cities.