The British Cigar - 30 St Mary Axe, London, United Kingdom
The concept of Gherkin tower as it is usually called by the locals was developed by Norman Foster and Arup engineers, later the construction was carried out by Skanska and Hilson Moran Partnership. The construction ended in December 2003, and the opening ceremony took place in May 2004. The construction was initiated by Swiss Re Reinsurance Company, and they moved the head office here.