Built at a cost of around $18 million, Arad’s split-level museum is a pair of geometric display spaces together with a “design lab” – studio space for working creatives. Outside, the building’s massive curved ribs cling to the core like bright red slabs of steel baleen in a riot of fluid modernity. The works are [...]

The combination of open plan living areas, high ceilings, minimal detailing and expansive windows gives the small house a generously spacious feel, with underfloor heating also keeping the lines clean and uncluttered. Overseen by four thesis advisors, including Mehrdad Hadighi of Studio for Architecture, the Quad Space project is a landmark example of architectural education [...]

The project involved a complete re-think of the building’s vertical circulation. The removal of the existing internal stair and the introduction of a new external one made further area available for teaching, whilst providing a focus not only for the building but also the small ‘courtyard’ in which it is located. As the existing building [...]

“The design enhances the multiplicity of Bach’s work through a coherent integration of formal and structural logic. A single continuous ribbon of fabric swirls around itself, creating layered spaces to cocoon the performers and audience with in an intimate fluid space.” said Hadid. Zaha Hadid Architects have created a unique chamber music hall specially designed [...]

The project aims to be the catalyst for reinvention and regeneration, giving the of the town of Jesolo an excellent opportunity to further develop as a conference and holiday destination. The design creates a continuum of fluid space that instigates a renewed sense of possibility. Jesolo is one of Italy’s most established seaside resorts and [...]