Overlooking the Mediterranean coast in Benidorm, Alicante, Intempo is one of Spain’s most recognizable skyscrapers and among the tallest residential buildings in Europe. Reaching 202.5 meters in height, the tower has become a defining element of the city’s skyline and one of the most visible landmarks along the Costa Blanca.

The project was designed by Pérez-Guerras Arquitectos & Ingenieros, with structural engineering by Florentino Regalado & Asociados. Its design features two slender towers linked near their upper levels by a large diamond-shaped structure, creating a profile that can be seen from much of Benidorm and the surrounding coastline.

Construction started in 2007, at a time when Spain’s construction sector was experiencing rapid growth. Developed by Olga Urbana, Intempo was planned as a high-end residential complex that would add a new landmark to Benidorm’s skyline. The financial crisis of 2008 and the subsequent downturn in Spain’s property market, however, had a major impact on the development. Funding issues, ownership changes, and lengthy interruptions delayed the project for many years.

Despite these setbacks, construction never disappeared entirely from the site. New investment eventually allowed work to resume, and the project was later taken over by SVP Global and completed under UNIQ Residential. Following a lengthy and often uncertain development process, the tower was finally finished in 2021.

Intempo rises 47 stories above ground and includes three basement levels. The building contains 256 apartments and approximately 36,000 square meters of floor space. Its elevated position provides extensive views of the Mediterranean Sea, the beaches of Benidorm, and the mountainous landscape inland.

The structure is built primarily from reinforced concrete. Construction was led by Dragados, while Kono Estructuras was responsible for the structural works. The combination of twin towers and the large connecting section near the top required careful planning and specialized engineering throughout the construction process.

Benidorm has long followed a development model centered on tall buildings and concentrated urban growth, resulting in one of Europe’s most distinctive skylines. Within this setting, Intempo stands as the city’s most prominent residential skyscraper. Its history reflects both the optimism of Spain’s pre-crisis building boom and the challenges faced by major developments during the years that followed.