Architect: Zaha Hadid & Biomorphic Forms

Zaha Hadid,
Photo by Giovanna Silva

Born in Baghdad in 1950, Zaha Hadid studied at both the American University in Beirut, and the Architectural Association.  In 1980 she started her own architecture practice in London and quickly built a reputation for herself.  Painting and drawing are important to her design process.  She constantly seeks to push boundaries and enjoys experimenting with spacial concepts.  Much of her work references biomorphic forms.  These are forms that are suggestive of organic shapes found in nature.  Examples of her work can be seen below:

Abu Dahbi Performing Arts Centre,
Zaha Hadid Architects

Changsha Meixihu International Culture & Art Centre,
Zaha Hadid Architects

Abu Dahbi Performing Arts Centre,
Zaha Hadid Architects

Dubai Financial Market,
Zaha Hadid Architects