From skyscrapers to cultural centers, here are some newsworthy structures set to finally open their doors Reading architecture news often means interpreting and guessing about year?s-long construction projects and hype cycles, and seeing renderings and projects shift and morph over interminable construction timelines. But the wait can be worth it when long-awaited, potentially game-changing buildings finally strip away the scaffolding and open their doors. Between reshaping skylines or representing big steps forward in sustainable design, here are some of the projects that Curbed staff is looking forward to seeing completed in 2017.

Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture

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Wuhan Greenland Center (Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture: Wuhan, China) China?s continued race skyward takes another step forward with this 120-story, mixed-use tower, which will be the third-tallest structure in the world upon completion this year. Designed by one of the world?s foremost experts on tall buildings, the tapered, three-sided supertall will also be one of the world?s most sustainable, with a number of energy-savings systems that will make it 51 percent more efficient than a standard office tower. The building?s form?featuring softly rounded corners, a domed top, and a series of vent?will reduce the wind pressure that builds up around such mammoth structures.

Foster + Partners

Apple Campus (Foster...