Because of its shape, the high-rise at 20 Fenchurch Street is also known as The Walkie-Talkie or The Pint ("The Beer Glass"). A height of 200 m was originally planned; however, this was reduced to 160 m due to its proximity to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London. In 2015, the building won the Carbuncle Cup, an award for the ugliest building in the UK.

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Rombea

May 4, 2022

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History of 20 Fenchurch Street: The curvature of the glass facade meant that reflected solar radiation was so concentrated that e.g. B. Damaged plastic on parked cars. As a result, several parking spaces were closed and slats were installed on the south side to prevent sunlight reflections.

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Jiří 🇨🇿

June 30, 2022

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A beautiful walk around London, around famous sights. The family and I were very satisfied !!!

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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