The tallest buildings in Cambodia: here’s what you need to know

Cambodia may not be the first place that springs to mind when you think about skyscrapers, but they are arriving in Phnom Penh. The skyline still remains relatively modest when compared to other Southeast Asian capitals, however, the past decade has brought with it several skyscrapers. A few developers have announced plans for new towers that can politely be described as outlandish, but just may join the list of the tallest buildings in Cambodia one day.

The Tallest Buildings in Cambodia

Vattanac Capital

Mixed-use

Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Height: 187 meters (613 feet)

Completed: 2014

Vattanac Capital is the most impressive modern building in Cambodia and has shown just how far the country has developed. The impressive mixed-use development boast Grade A office space in addition to the Rosewood Phnom Penh hotel. The design is claimed to look like a dragon’s back and the building utilizes elements of feng shui and traditional Naga motifs. There is also a unique observation space that extends away from the building to create a dramatic outline.

Read more: Rosewood Phnom Penh offers the city’s best views

Sky Villa

Residential

Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Height: 139 meters (456 feet)

Completed: 2020

Once finished later this year, Sky Villa will actually be the second and third largest buildings in Cambodia. The twin tower, residential development is bringing luxury living to Phnom Penh with extra-large units and a host of 5-star amenities including a rooftop swimming pool on the highest levels. Taiwanese architect Chu-Yuan Lee, the man behind Taipei 101, worked on Sky Villa meaning it will certainly be among the best looking in Southeast Asia.

Thai Boon Roong Twin Tower Trade Center

Mixed-use

Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Height: 561 meters (1,843 feet)

Expected Completion: TBD

Thai Boon Roong Twin Tower Trade Center were first launched in 2016 and would surpass the Petronas Twin Towers as the world’s largest twin towers if completed. Notice the word “if” in that sentence. The project has already been delayed multiple times and most models look like something straight from the computer game Sim City 2000. The last updated from the developer was in 2019 when they said the project was still on but wasn’t sure when construction would begin.