# Architect firm cleared after fatal falling window incident in London penthouse

A London coroner cleared Foster + Partners of responsibility in the death of a man who was hit by a window that fell from a penthouse the firm designed. The incident sparked scrutiny of building safety, but the firm was found not liable. The case highlights ongoing concerns about window safety in high-rise buildings.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/aug/06/foster-partners-cleared-death-window-fell-london-penthouse) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:18:24 GMT