As a member country of the former Soviet Union, Azerbaijan is still under the influence of the planning and architectural style of that era but tries to “escape” actively since obtaining independence in 1991. It is obvious that the government spends large sums of money on the modernization and development of infrastructure and architecture, […]
Tag: Zaha Hadid Architects

Zaha Hadid’s Galaxy Soho in Beijing and Modern Architecture Expressed in Curves
In a country of ancient culture such as China, it is difficult to build such buildings, which with their modern facades and forms will blend with the country and its character. For Zaha Hadid similar challenges had never been a problem; While creating Galaxy Soho, located in Beijing, she presented the Chinese yards from […]

Guangzhou Opera House By Zaha Hadid
Chinese city of Guangzhou along with its other values is outstanding as their is Zaha Hadid’s another really fascinating building. At a glance you will know that this Opera building with its open spaces and curling, transitional forms is yet another fruit of the architect’s brilliant mind. Design Contest was announced in April 2002 […]

MAXXI – National Museum of the 21st Century Arts & Architecture by Zaha Hadid
MAXXI (National Museum of the 21st Century Arts) is a National Museum of Modern Art and Architecture in Rome. Its design is created by architect Zaha Hadid, and she took care to create a multidisciplinary space for experimentation and innovation. The Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage announced a two-stage competition for this design in […]

Future Tendency: TIMBER – Zaha Hadid Architects designed Institute in Cambodia
The recent technological progress gives us whole new possibilities to use timber in architecture. Wood, as a material, is way more improved and sustainable towards environmental conditions than it was before, which gives a huge impetus to the new ambitious architectural projects. One of these ambitious projects is Sleuk Rith Institute by “Zaha Hadid […]