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Season 1
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55:07
Watch the nature-defying plan to turn a sub-tropical wasteland into a sub-zero ski resort.
Skinny Skyscraper
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55:06
Follow the construction of the skinniest skyscraper in the world.
The Floating House
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55:01
Follow the construction of a multi-million dollar home sitting above and below water.
Europe in the Desert
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55:30
Can six sand islands be transformed into the most luxurious holiday destination on earth?
The Scorpion Tower
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55:31
Follow the complex construction of a unique skyscraper with its skeleton on the outside.
Episode 3 Preview | The Floating House
0:30
Follow the construction of a multi-million dollar floating home.
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0:30
Learn about some of the world’s most ambitious and technologically advanced buildings.
Episode 2 Preview | Europe in the Desert
0:30
Trace one man’s dream to transform six sand islands into a luxurious holiday destination.
Creating the Scorpion Tower’s Silky Aesthetic
1:24
The exoskeleton of the Scorpion Tower is created using glass fiber reinforced concrete.
Buck Hoists Play an Essential Role in Building the Tower
3:05
To transport materials the team uses two elevators known as buck hoists.
The Team Stumbles Upon a Problem Inside the Building
2:38
Mark Morabito must conduct a floor-by-floor inspection of the building every day.
Strengthening the Ground Using Vibro Compaction
2:04
Before construction can begin, the sand must be compacted using "vibro compaction."
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