Zaha Hadid

Zaha Hadid

Philip Jodidio - 2016 - Basic Art Series

Overview

Zaha Hadid was a revolutionary architect whose audacious, futuristic designs were initially considered unbuildable. During the latter years of her life, her daring visions materialized, introducing a unique architectural language to cities worldwide. Her work includes the Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art, the MAXXI Museum in Rome, the Guangzhou Opera House, and the London 2012 Olympics Aquatics Centre. Hadid was the first woman to win both the Pritzker Prize and the RIBA Royal Gold Medal, recognized for her pioneering approach to form and space.

Who it's for

• Students and enthusiasts of modern architecture.
• Readers interested in influential 21st-century designers.
• Those fascinated by groundbreaking artistic and structural innovation.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 96
• Publisher: Taschen
• Series: Basic Art Series
• ISBN: 9783836536356
• Year: 2016