The Shard: The Official Guidebook

London’s most significant skyscraper in recent years and the tallest building in the European Union, at over 1,000 feet, the Shard now dominates the London skyline. Grade was asked to design and art direct the photography for the Official Guidebook for London’s newest attraction and provide visitors with a detailed insight into the design and building of this landmark skyscraper. The book contains spectacular, specially commissioned illustrations and panoramic images complete with architectural annotations to the key sites of London and was published in multiple languages.

Client: Thames & Hudson/The Sellar Group
Author: Kenneth Powell
Format: Hardback PLC
Extent: 64 pp
Size: 180 x 290 mm
Illustrations: 112 

‘Attractive, well-illustrated’

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