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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:towers
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gptkbp:architect
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gptkb:I._M._Pei
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gptkbp:architectural_style
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gptkb:Postmodernism
Postmodern architecture
reflective glass
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gptkbp:area
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1.5 acres
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gptkbp:art_installations
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features contemporary art
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gptkbp:awards
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multiple
won
multiple awards received
won in 1982
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gptkbp:building_type
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commercial
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gptkbp:certification
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gptkb:LEED_Gold
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gptkbp:city
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gptkb:Hong_Kong
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gptkbp:collaboration
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gptkb:I._M._Pei_&_Partners
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gptkbp:community
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a source of pride for Hong Kong residents
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gptkbp:community_engagement
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involved in local initiatives
local events hosted
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gptkbp:completed
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gptkb:1990
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gptkbp:constructed_in
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gptkb:China_State_Construction_Engineering
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gptkbp:construction_cost
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$1.1 billion
$1 billion
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gptkbp:construction_material
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glass and steel
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gptkbp:construction_method
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concrete core
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gptkbp:construction_started
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gptkb:1985
gptkb:1990
5 years
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:China
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gptkbp:cultural_events
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art exhibitions
held regularly
hosts various events
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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iconic skyline
influenced modern architecture in Asia
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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symbol of economic power
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gptkbp:cultural_symbol
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economic power of China
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gptkbp:design_feature
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glass curtain wall
Chinese elements
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gptkbp:design_influence
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Chinese culture
inspired other skyscrapers
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gptkbp:design_philosophy
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harmonious with nature
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gptkbp:elevation
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1,205 feet
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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considered in design
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gptkbp:environmental_initiatives
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LEED certified
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gptkbp:famous_for
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its unique design
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gptkbp:fire_department
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sprinkler system
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gptkbp:floors
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gptkb:32
70
1,200,000 square feet
8 meters per second
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gptkbp:function
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gptkb:office
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gptkbp:future_plans
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renovation and upgrades planned.
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gptkbp:has_parking
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gptkb:500
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gptkbp:has_public_transport
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MTR
MTR station nearby
well-connected to MTR
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gptkbp:height
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367.4 meters
367 meters
1,205 feet
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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symbol of Hong Kong's development
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Bank of China Tower
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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feng shui
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gptkbp:inspiration
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Chinese bamboo
Chinese pagoda
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gptkbp:interior_features
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modern and elegant
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gptkbp:international_recognition
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recognized globally
recognized in architectural circles
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gptkbp:landmark
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yes
Hong Kong skyline
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gptkbp:lighting
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yes
LED lighting system
dynamic lighting system
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Hong_Kong
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gptkbp:material
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glass and steel
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gptkbp:media_appearances
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featured in films and documentaries
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gptkbp:notable_event
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New Year fireworks viewing
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gptkbp:notable_feature
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triangular shape
sky garden
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gptkbp:notable_visitor
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international dignitaries
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gptkbp:opening_date
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May 1990
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gptkbp:operating_hours
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daily
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gptkbp:original_purpose
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headquarters for Bank of China
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gptkbp:owner
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gptkb:Bank_of_China
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gptkbp:photography
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popular subject for photographers
popular location for photographers
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gptkbp:public_access
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limited
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gptkbp:public_art
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exhibits
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gptkbp:rank
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one of the tallest buildings in Hong Kong
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gptkbp:renovation
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gptkb:2001
gptkb:2010
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gptkbp:safety_features
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earthquake-resistant design
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gptkbp:seating_capacity
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energy-efficient systems
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gptkbp:security
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24-hour security
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gptkbp:security_features
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advanced security systems
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gptkbp:significance
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first building in Hong Kong to exceed 1,000 feet
first building in Hong Kong to exceed 300 meters
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gptkbp:structure
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steel frame
tube structure
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gptkbp:style
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gptkb:Modernist
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gptkbp:surrounding_area
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Central District
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gptkbp:surrounding_cities
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gptkb:Central_Plaza
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gptkbp:sustainability_features
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energy-efficient systems
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gptkbp:symbolism
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represents China’s economic growth
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gptkbp:tourist_attraction
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yes
popular among tourists
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gptkbp:view
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gptkb:Victoria_Harbour
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gptkbp:viewing_platform
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yes
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gptkbp:visitors
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panoramic views of Hong Kong
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gptkbp:water_resistance
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designed to withstand typhoons
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gptkbp:year
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gptkb:1990
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:I._M._Pei
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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