Norman Foster, Baron Foster of Thames Bank its shape. Foster worked with engineers to integrate complex computer systems with the most basic physical laws, such as convection. Foster's earlier designs reflected a sophisticated, machine-influenced high-tech vision. His style has evolved into a more sharp-edged modernity. In 2004, Foster designed the tallest bridge in the world, the Millau Viaduct in Southern France, with the Millau Mayor Jacques Godfrain stating; "The architect, Norman Foster, gave us a model of art." Foster worked with Steve Jobs from about 2009 until Jobs' death to design the Apple offices, Apple Campus 2 now called Apple Park, in Cupertino, California. Apple's board and
Millau Viaduct is direct and without tolls for the between Clermont-Ferrand and Pézenas, except for the bridge itself. The Eiffage group, which constructed the Viaduct, also operates it, under a government contract, which allows the company to collect tolls ("Péage") for up to 75 years. As of 2018, the toll bridge costs €8.30 for light automobiles (€10.40 during the peak season of 15 June to 15 September). Each of the seven pylons is supported by four deep shafts, deep and in diameter. The abutments are concrete structures that provide anchorage for the road deck to the ground in the Causse du Larzac