Question

The 30 St Mary Axe skyscrapers in London, nicknamed "The Gherkin" due to its distinctive shape, was designed by which architect known for his innovative and sustainable designs?

• A. Norman Foster
• B. Richard Rogers
• C. Renzo Piano
• D. Will Alsop

Hint:

\textbf{30 St Mary Axe ("The Gherkin")} is a famous skyscraper in London.
It was designed by the firm \textbf{Foster + Partners}, led by \textbf{Norman Foster}.
Norman Foster is renowned for innovative, high-tech, and sustainable architecture.
Other architects listed are also significant figures in modern architecture but were not the designers of The Gherkin.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

30 St Mary Axe, popularly known as "The Gherkin," is a distinctive, cucumber-shaped (hence the nickname) skyscraper in London's financial district. It was completed in 2003. This iconic building was designed by the architectural firm Foster + Partners, led by Norman Foster. Norman Foster is a highly acclaimed British architect known for his high-tech, innovative, and sustainable architectural designs. His firm has designed numerous landmark buildings worldwide. Let's consider the other architects:
Richard Rogers: Another prominent British architect (e.g., Lloyd's building in London, Pompidou Centre in Paris with Renzo Piano). Known for high-tech architecture.
Renzo Piano: An Italian architect, also known for high-tech designs (e.g., Pompidou Centre with Richard Rogers, The Shard in London).
Will Alsop: A British architect known for his modernist and sometimes avant-garde designs (e.g., Peckham Library in London). The Gherkin (30 St Mary Axe) is a signature work of Norman Foster and his firm, Foster + Partners, recognized for its unique form and energy-efficient design features. \[ \boxed{\text{Norman Foster}} \]