In 1995, it won the "Best Building of the Year" award by the American Chamber of Architects in the multifunctional skyscraper category.

The façade consists of fine, golden granite, giving it a white and bright appearance from afar.

The 95 tonne steel crown is heated in winter to prevent the forming of icicles which could endanger pedestrians or cars on the street below.

[citation needed] The design for Moshe Aviv Tower, also called "City Gate" skyscraper in Ramat Gan, Israel, was inspired by the building.

[citation needed] A sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, called Inverted Collar and Tie is set up in front of the entrance.