The proposed height was about two times higher than the Rufino Tower, the tallest building in Metro Manila as of 1996.

[1] The structure designed by Mañosa was inspired by the sulo, or bamboo torch, to highlight the country's Asian heritage and character.

[3] According to a 1996 report, the tower was to be constructed and financed by German firm Walter Bau-AG and was to cost around $200 million, or around ₱5.2 billion.

[1] Earlier in March 1995, the firm that would construct the building was reported to be Malaysia-based Internal Finance and Marketing Corp. at a cost of ₱240 million.

[4] The Centennial Tower was to be constructed in lieu of the skating rink at the center of the Agrifina Circle at Rizal Park owing to its historical value, accessibility and aesthetic importance.

[1] In April 1996, the National Centennial Commission decided to move the site of the tower to a lot owned by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority at the corner of Julia Vargas and Meralco Avenues in Pasig from the original controversial site at the Agrifina Circle.