City Hall, Government building in Southwark, London, England
The glass structure rises 45 meters along the south bank of the Thames River, featuring a distinctive spherical shape with ten floors.
Norman Foster designed City Hall, which served as the Greater London Authority headquarters from its opening in July 2002 until 2021.
The building includes a public exhibition space on the first floor and London's Living Room on the top levels for civic and community events.
Visitors can access the ninth and tenth floors to enjoy views of London while using the cafe facilities and viewing gallery.
The building's modified sphere form incorporates glass panels and structural elements that minimize direct sunlight exposure while maintaining natural illumination.
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Inception: July 2002
Architects: Norman Foster, Foster and Partners
Official opening: July 2002
Architectural style: high-tech architecture
Height: 45 m
Website: https://london.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.50472,-0.07833
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33
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