30 St Mary Axe
The 2004 diagrid office tower at 30 St Mary Axe, widely known as the Gherkin.
Its near-circular plan and diagonal envelope address wind, daylight, and views together.
Debates about energy and ventilation accompanied its status as an iconic tower.
It is often cited as High-Tech architecture adapted to environmental aims and urban regulation.
Architect Norman Foster
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