The Gherkin

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf building
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Norman_Foster
gptkbp:architecturalStyle gptkb:Arup_Group
postmodern
gptkbp:city gptkb:London
gptkbp:completed 2003
gptkbp:constructionMaterial 2003
£200 million
steel
gptkbp:constructionStarted 2001
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:cuisine yes
gptkbp:culturalEvents art exhibitions
gptkbp:culturalSignificance iconic building
gptkbp:design multiple
circular shape
inspired other skyscrapers
gptkbp:elevation 180 meters
gptkbp:energyEfficiency BREEAM Excellent
gptkbp:famousFor unique design
gptkbp:floors 2
3.5 meters
41
49,000 square meters
gptkbp:height 180 meters
taller than most nearby buildings
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Gherkin
gptkbp:inspiration modern architecture worldwide
gptkbp:landmark yes
designated
gptkbp:launchDate 2004
gptkbp:lighting yes
gptkbp:locatedIn gptkb:London
gptkbp:mediaAppearances numerous
gptkbp:nickname 30 St Mary Axe
gptkbp:notableFeature business executives
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Swiss_Re
gptkbp:photography popular subject
gptkbp:publicAccess no
gptkbp:publicTransport yes
gptkbp:renovated no
gptkbp:standardFeatures Skanska
gptkbp:structureType skyscraper
gptkbp:style modern architecture
gptkbp:surroundingArea various
gptkbp:sustainability natural ventilation
high energy efficiency
gptkbp:touristAttraction yes
gptkbp:uses office
gptkbp:viewingPlatform yes
gptkbp:visibility high_from_various_points_in_London
gptkbp:vision yes