Renowned British architect Norman Foster has unveiled plans for a $1 billion office tower in Hollywood.
The Los Angeles skyscraper, designed by Foster + Partners, is already capturing the attention of modern architecture enthusiasts who prioritize sustainability, aesthetics, and comfort.
What Makes the Project Stand Out
The architects presented the proposal to city planning officials and plan to transform a two-acre site on Sunset Boulevard into an unusual office tower called “The Star.”
The 22-story building’s facade looks woven from spiral terraces planted with gardens and trees. Behind that exterior, modern office spaces will sit.
Foster + Partners say the terraces will also provide natural light and ventilation, helping create a “healthy and high-performing” environment.
Foster described the building as “a true reflection of the workplace of the future, focused on community, well-being, and collaboration.”
Foster + Partners say the tower will be a creative hub for “the best creators of Hollywood content.” It will total 525,000 square feet and include production facilities, a gallery, and a cinema. A restaurant will sit on the building’s intricate rooftop structure, and the ground floor will provide a comfortable meeting area, according to CNN.
Redesign Will Cost Twice as Much
This development plan replaces a previous project from 2019 that was designed by the Chinese firm MAD Architects. That project was estimated to cost $500 million, half the price of the new proposal. Ultimately, the developers opted for the British design, believing it better suits the Hollywood Hills.
This proposal comes as the Los Angeles office market adapts to remote-work trends. Recent data from real estate brokerage Savills show that more than a quarter of the city’s office space—nearly 30 percent in downtown Los Angeles—is currently vacant.
If the city approves the project, construction of The Star is expected to begin by early 2026 and finish by 2029.
As reported by Dezeen, Foster + Partners recently unveiled a plan for the revamped Midtown bus terminal in New York City and is working on a master plan for a smart city in Sierra Leone led by actor Idris Elba.
