Impossible Builds

Learn about the creation of some of the world's most ambitious and technologically advanced buildings. From subaquatic homes to futuristic towers and pencil thin skyscrapers, see how these previously impossible structures are taking shape.

Tue, Jul 16 5:00 A.M. The Scorpion Tower     NH World (11.3)

Follow the construction of one of the most complex skyscrapers ever to make it off the drawing board.

Tue, Jul 16 11:00 A.M. The Scorpion Tower     NH World (11.3)

Follow the construction of one of the most complex skyscrapers ever to make it off the drawing board.

Tue, Jul 16 9:00 P.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Wed, Jul 17 2:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Wed, Jul 17 10:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Fri, Jul 19 2:00 A.M. Ice World     NHPBS (11.1)

Over the top, ambitious and nature-defying -China's incredible Ice World will transform37 acres of sub-tropical quarry into a sub-zero ski resort.

Fri, Jul 19 3:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NHPBS (11.1)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Sat, Jul 20 5:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Tue, Jul 23 5:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.

Tue, Jul 23 11:00 A.M. Skinny Skyscraper     NH World (11.3)

In Manhattan, architects and engineers are redefining just how much land it takes to support a skyscraper.


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