Walkie Talkie building : Architecture Information

20 Fenchurch St, City of London 2008-10 Rafael Vinoly Architects image from Rafael Viñoly Architects 220107 5 May, 2009 Planning permission granted for revised Walkie Talkie tower. Previously permission granted in 2007 for original design. Various Conservation groups have objected to this unusual building design. Permission window set at 5 years, as requested by Land Securities, given economic situation work is not due to start imminently. Walkie Talkie building architect : Rafael Vinoly Height: 177m high (previously 192m high / 509ft high) Storeys: 36 (previously 38 and before that 45) Developer: Land Securities Public inquiry held in early 2007 Sky Garden proposed for top of the building with public access to 360 degrees view Office tower with retail down at the Pocket Park and restaurants / cafes up at the Sky Garden Size - est. 1million sqft London Skyscraper City of London Buildings Swiss Re Tower picture © adrian welch Lloyds Building