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Abu Dhabi Plaza by HKR Architects, Astana, Kazakhstan / © Francesco Russo
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Abu Dhabi Plaza
LocationLondon, United Kingdom
StudioFrancesco Russo Photography
PhotographerFrancesco Russo
Rising 310 metres above Astana, Abu Dhabi Plaza stands as the tallest building in Central Asia, symbolising Kazakhstan’s ambition for its new capital. Designed by HKR Architects, the mixed-use complex anchors the city’s masterplan at the intersection of its main urban axes. Photographed over four days, the project captures the tower from multiple perspectives, revealing its dialogue with Astana’s vast, distinctive urban landscape.