Suspended between the 107th and 108th floors of the world’s tallest skyscraper – the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which soars to a height of 828 meters – lies one of the most vertiginous residential spaces ever put on the market: a penthouse spanning approximately 2,000 square meters, priced at $51 million. Positioned 396 meters above ground, it sits nearly at the same height as the top of New York’s Empire State Building.

This duplex, nicknamed the “Sky Palace”, offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Dubai, the Persian Gulf, and the surrounding desert, and t is currently in a “shell-and-core” state, meaning it lacks interior finishing and is presented as a blank canvas for the future owner to fully customize both in layout and function. The unit includes a private elevator and indoor pool, into a living space.

In addition to the penthouse itself, future residents of the Burj Khalifa will have access to a wide range of integrated amenities, including Japanese gardens, private lounges, a fitness center, a spa, 24-hour concierge services, an infinity pool, coworking spaces, and 12 dedicated parking spots.

Opening image: Photo ZQ Lee via Unsplash