• Twirl in Milan, Italy by Zaha Hadid Architects

    Posted Jul 6th, 2012 By in Architecture, Inspiration With | No Comments Twirl in Milan, Italy by Zaha Hadid Architects

    This project started out as a contemporary take on courtyard architecture. The chosen site is an 18th century courtyard, one of the most attractive areas at Milan’s University, where slabs are used to bring a three dimensional structure to life. The project emphasizes the slope of the arches, creating a powerful vortex of spatial distortion …

  • Capital Hill Residence by Zaha Hadid

    Posted Apr 27th, 2012 By in Architecture, Inspiration, Photography With | No Comments Capital Hill Residence by Zaha Hadid

    The Capital Hill Residence designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is located on the north-face hillside of Barvikha, Russia, within the pine and birch forest where the trees can reach a height of 20 meters. The programme of the villa is divided into two components: one merging with the hillside, another floating above the ground with …