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The 18 Most Expensive Architectural Projects in The World

There’s something almost inevitable about the way ambition takes shape in concrete and glass. Every era leaves its monuments, and ours, it seems, prefers them taller, shinier, and vastly more expensive. Whether it’s the $120 billion Masjid al-Haram in Mecca or the $2 billion Antilia mansion in Mumbai, each of these projects reflects the unique aspirations of their creators and the societies they represent.

Beyond their staggering costs, these projects often emerge from a complex interplay of cultural pride, political ambition, and the relentless pursuit of innovation. They challenge conventional boundaries, both literally and metaphorically, pushing the limits of design. Yet, in their grandeur, they also expose underlying vulnerabilities, be it economic fragility, environmental concerns, or societal disparities.

Here are the 18 most expensive architectural projects in the world:

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1. Apple Park

Budget: $5 Billion
Location: Cupertino, California, USA

2. Marina One

Budget: $5.3 Billion
Location: Marina Bay, Singapore

3. Marina Bay Sands

Budget: $5.5 Billion
Location: Marina Bay, Singapore

4. SoFi Stadium

Budget: $5.5 Billion
Location: Inglewood, United States

5. Abraj Al-Bait

Budget: $16 Billion
Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia

6. Hudson Yards

Budget: $25 Billion
Location: New York, USA

7. Saadiyat Island

Budget: $43 Billion
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

8. Lusail City

Budget: $43 Billion
Location: Qatar

9. The New Murabba

Budget: $50 Billion
Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

10. Egypt’s New Capital

Budget: $58 Billion
Location: Egypt

11. Diriyah Gate

Budget: $63 Billion
Location: Saudi Arabia

12. Dubailand

Budget: $64.3 Billion
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

13. King Abdullah Economic City

Budget: $100 Billion
Location: Saudi Arabia

14. Malaysia’s Forest City

Budget: $100 Billion
Location: Iskandar, Malaysia

15. Masjid al-Haram Expansion

Budget: $120 Billion
Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia

16. Madinat Al Hareer

Budget: $132 Billion
Location: North Subiya, Kuwait

17. China’s Xioang’an New Area

Budget: $350 Billion
Location: Xioang, China

18. Neom

Budget: $500 Billion
Location: Saudi Arabia

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