Overview

• Since its 1990s completion, Foster’s Reichstag dome in Berlin has attracted around two million visitors annually and stands as a modern emblem of democracy.
• The dome’s spiraling walkway was designed to let the public observe parliamentary sessions from above and enhance governmental transparency.
• Foster + Partners established its reputation with landmarks such as London’s Gherkin and Frankfurt’s Commerzbank Tower, showcasing his bold skyscraper designs.
• His architectural philosophy underscores learning from historical context to shape innovative and sustainable future projects.
• He has recently begun developing a master plan for rebuilding Ukraine’s Charkiv, reflecting his optimistic, forward-looking design ethos.