About Altair
A Landmark of Architectural Courage
Altair has redefined the Colombo skyline, not just through its height, but through its humanity. As a completed, state-of-the-art residential development, it stands as the tallest residential icon in the region, a bold collaboration between the legendary architect Moshe Safdie and visionary engineering.
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Altair has transformed the skyline of Colombo
Comprising 2 tower blocks 63-storied tower stepped with a 68-storied vertical tower, it is an iconic architectural marvel that exhibits excellence from every corner.
The 1.3 million sq. ft. prime realty project stands the tallest residential building in the region – an address coveted by the elit
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Structure
A 360° Connection to the City
Altair’s ingenious footprint is designed to engage with its environment rather than wall it off. By optimizing the orientation of both the Leaning and Vertical towers, we ensure that every resident enjoys a deep visual connection to the Beira Lake, the Indian Ocean, and the evolving cityscape. You aren’t just living in Colombo; you are immersed in it.
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Surrounding
Engineered to Breathe
Sustainability meets comfort through intelligent design. The building’s permeable Diagrid structure and “through-unit” apartment layouts allow for natural cross-ventilation. By harnessing the coastal breezes of the Indian Ocean, Altair minimizes the need for artificial cooling, creating a fresh, airy indoor climate that flows as freely as the views.
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Cross Ventilation
Luxury at Your Threshold
The structure of Altair extends beyond residential living into a vibrant urban hub. The lower levels integrate a 35,000 sq. ft. high-end retail podium, creating a seamless transition from your private sanctuary to world-class shopping and alfresco dining. It is a self-contained ecosystem where global brands and gourmet experiences are just an elevator ride away.
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Shopping
Architect MOSHE SAFDIE
With a career spanning over five decades, Moshe Safdie is a global architectural pioneer known for his “human-centric” approach to urban living. From the legendary Habitat 67 in Montreal to Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, Safdie’s work focuses on the core philosophy of “for everyone a garden.”
At Altair, Safdie brings this vision to Colombo, utilizing a revolutionary leaning-tower structure and a diagrid steel frame. By removing internal columns, he has created homes that maximize light, air, and the human connection to nature, transforming a residence into a living piece of art.
Mr Lorem Ipsum
Managing Director
Altair is special because it is an opportunity in boldness. One tower of Altair was made to lean on the other to maximize the infiltration of the sun and the sea and take advantage of Colombo’s wonderfully maritime climate.
What makes Altair special is its Diagrid structure – a basket with a permeable surface for large windows and openings providing an access to balconies on the one hand and an intriguing geometry that will make this building unique across the city’s skyline.
These are some things that make Altair unique: it faces the wonderful Beira Lake that provides some of the most stunning views in the city. Imagine looking out from the 63th floor sky garden. An ethereal delight combining the best of the sun, sky, sea and city. Altair’s exuberant form speaks the language of hanging gardens and I have no doubt that it will emerge as the landmark of a new Colomb.