The translucent bridge is inspired by the shape of the late Queen's wedding tiara. Newly-laid gardens in St James's Park will commemorate the Commonwealth and the communities of the United Kingdom. "We respect the biodiversity and nature of that part of the park, which is alive with wildlife," Lord Foster told the BBC.

After Queen Elizabeth passed away, there was a great debate over where a memorial statue to her should be placed. Now, both the location and the statue has been unveiled: the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II will transform St James’s Park.

Lord Norman Foster's architectural team has secured the commission to create the national memorial for Queen Elizabeth II in St James's Park, with a distinctive design that will honour both the late monarch and Prince Philip.