G'day Christina,
These shots are tough to pull off though I think most of us have tried them at one time or another. :) Yours is definitely a superior version, the balance of subject to sky is good. The tower is perhaps a bit too dark, but that really is a taste issue, others will love it as it is. The sky is great because of the texture the clouds give it. Perhaps the central bit of sky is too bright but then again, the bright sky contrasts the dark tower and that contrasting balance could justify both the brightness and darkness in one swoop. :) Yours is definitely better than any version of this I've ever tried. Nice work.
I like this because its a new perspective, a new angle, and the b&w is great. Love the clouds texture compared to the building.THis has so much character. A photo to be proud of. V