Is César Pelli A-List?
YesA
Yes — César Pelli is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1997
Petronas Towers
Ranking Timeline
1977C$0.1M
Own Firm Established
Establishes own firm.
1984B▲$1M+$0.9M
World Financial Center
Designs World Financial Center.
1997A▲$5M+$4M
Petronas Towers
Designed the Petronas Towers.
2005A$10M+$5M
AIA Gold Medal
Recognized with AIA Gold Medal.
2018A$18M+$8M
Salesforce Tower Completion
Completion of the Salesforce Tower in San Francisco.
2019A$20M+$2M
Passing Away
Cesar Pelli passes away, leaving a vast architectural legacy.
2026A$20M
Architectural Influence
His designs continue to inspire architects.
Last updated: February 25, 2026