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Impossible Builds

Preview

Preview: S1 | 30s

Learn about some of the world’s most ambitious and technologically advanced buildings.

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The Pandemic Halts Construction

Clip: Ep5 | 3m 5s

Construction for Ice World is brought to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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A Grueling Job

Clip: Ep5 | 2m 55s

See how Site Manager Cao Ping works around the clock to ensure the resort’s completion.

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Episode 5 Preview | Ice World

Preview: Ep5 | 31s

Watch the nature-defying plan to turn a sub-tropical wasteland into a sub-zero ski resort.

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Early Complications

Clip: Ep5 | 3m 5s

Complications over the quarry’s structure causes the team to go back to the drawing board.

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Battling the Rain

Clip: Ep5 | 3m 5s

The torrential rain proves to be an obstacle for the construction crew of Ice World.

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Luxury Living

Clip: Ep4 | 3m 7s

With the building’s exterior making progress, attention turns toward the interior design.

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Episode 4 Preview | Skinny Skyscraper

Clip: Ep4 | 31s

Follow the construction of the skinniest skyscraper in the world.

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A Daring Design

Clip: Ep4 | 3m 9s

See the groundbreaking design work of Architect Gregg Pasquarelli and his team.

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A Damaging Leak

Clip: Ep4 | 2m 55s

High stakes are on the line when the concrete distribution begins.

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Arrival of the Crane

Clip: Ep4 | 2m 59s

The team hurries to successfully assemble the newly arrived crane.

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Seahorse on the Water

Clip: Ep3 | 2m 47s

After months of planning and testing, the Seahorse is transported to its permanent site.

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The First Test

Clip: Ep3 | 2m 51s

It is now time to see, after all the designing and planning, if the Seahorse can float.

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Episode 3 Preview | The Floating House

Preview: Ep3 | 30s

Follow the construction of a multi-million dollar floating home.

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Electro-Reef

Clip: Ep3 | 2m 22s

Incredible new technology is being launched to ensure healthy, fast-growing coral reefs.

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Coral Garden

Clip: Ep3 | 3m 20s

Marie Goarin talks us through the unique coral garden that is a feature of each Seahorse.

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Acrylic Panels

Clip: Ep3 | 3m 3s

We visit Clax Italia in Rome to see how the bespoke acrylic panels are made.

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Episode 2 Preview | Europe in the Desert

Preview: Ep2 | 30s

Trace one man’s dream to transform six sand islands into a luxurious holiday destination.

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The Team Stumbles Upon a Problem Inside the Building

Clip: Ep1 | 2m 38s

Mark Morabito must conduct a floor-by-floor inspection of the building every day.

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Strengthening the Ground Using Vibro Compaction

Clip: Ep2 | 2m 4s

Before construction can begin, the sand must be compacted using "vibro compaction."

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The Heart of Europe’s Emergency Response Team

Clip: Ep2 | 4m 19s

The Heart of Europe has created its own Emergency Response Unit (ERU).

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The Heart of Europe’s Desert Jungle

Clip: Ep2 | 2m 19s

Landscape Gardner Richard Westcott must create a “desert jungle” on the islands.

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Creating the Scorpion Tower’s Silky Aesthetic

Clip: Ep1 | 1m 24s

The exoskeleton of the Scorpion Tower is created using glass fiber reinforced concrete.

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Construction on Sweden Island Begins

Clip: Ep2 | 1m 38s

Construction has commenced on Sweden Island.