2000 – Botanic Gardens of Wales, Llanarthney, Carmarthen

Architect: Foster + Partners

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This spectacular dome is the largest single span glasshouse in the world, and was designed by Norman Foster and Partners. Poised on the Welsh landscape like a giant raindrop, it protects and conserves some of the most endangered plants on the planet.

Published June 8, 2009 | Last Updated May 3, 2010