The Emporis Skyscraper Award is a prestigious, international honour granted on an annual basis to the finest new high-rise buildings, which stand tall at a minimum of 100 meters and have been completed during the previous calendar year. The award has been presented every year since 2000 and strives to recognize both the aesthetic and functional design of the towers. Last year’s award was presented to 8 Spruce Street in New York City, also known as The Beekman or New York by Gehry, which was designed by architect Frank Gehry. The second place win was awarded to Kuwait’s Al Hamra Tower and finally the United Arab Emirates Etihad Towers landed the third place title.