The Gherkin, officially 30 St Mary Axe and previously known as the Swiss Re Building, is a commercial skyscraper in London's primary financial district, the City of London. It was completed in December 2003 and opened in April 2004. [10]

Get up close to The Gherkin, one of London's most iconic buildings, and admire the London skyline from its top-floor panoramic restaurant and cocktail bar.

The Gherkin, skyscraper in London that was designed by the architecture firm Foster and Partners and completed in 2004. Formally known as 30 St Mary Axe, the building has become better known by its colloquial name “The Gherkin,” which comes from its shape being similar to a …

2022年9月8日 · The Gherkin building must surely be one of the most unique and recognizable structures in all of London. In a city of mostly square edifices, this Faberge-like egg-shaped building sets a new architectural standard – as well as energy-efficiency standards.

2019年5月27日 · 30 St Mary Axe, or The Gherkin as it is popularly known, is one of London’s most well known skyscrapers. Cool as a cucumber and uniquely shaped, it has earned itself a coveted place in the hearts of Londoners and amongst the enduring icons of Buckingham Palace, The London Eye, St Paul’s and Big Ben as one of London’s great buildings.

The Gherkin is rooted in the enduring relationship between architecture and technology — an approach that influenced much of the UK’s engineering excellence over the past generation. It remains a visible symbol of British innovation and quality in commercial capitals around the world — from London to New York, Hong Kong to Frankfurt.

2025年1月9日 · Should you ever visit the city of London, then the building that you will immediately see as you enter London is, the Gherkin or 30 St. Mary Axe. It is second tallest building in the city, towering to a height of 180 metres.

2023年6月15日 · The Gherkin in London is one of the most striking structures in the city. This egg-shaped building is a fascinating structure, and over the course of this article, we will discuss the Gherkin’s architecture, history, the architects behind it, …

The Gherkin stands as a testament to the integration of modern architecture into the historic fabric of London. Its location in the heart of the financial district makes it a prominent feature of the city’s skyline, offering a stark yet harmonious contrast to the surrounding historic structures.

2023年11月29日 · Designed by the renowned Foster + Partners and the Arup Group and constructed by Skanska, The Gherkin has become a symbol of London’s ever-evolving skyline, standing at 180 meters with 41 floors.