11,12…14: Why do so many buildings not have a ’13th floor’?

Many buildings omit the thirteenth floor due to buyer superstition and triskaidekaphobia. This practice is a global real estate phenomenon influencing design choices worldwide. Developers avoid the number to ensure faster sales and higher occupancy rates. From a practical standpoint, the thirteenth floor offers no structural or safety differences. Ultimately, buyer perception continues to shape real estate development decisions.