Construction Details of Zaha Hadid Architects Projects

Surely every architect has wondered how the fluid but complex forms of the architecture of Zaha Hadid Architects are brought to reality. And it's beautiful to see how an initial conceptual idea –probably drawn as a quick sketch– materializes in precise and detailed planimetric drawings.

We have compiled a series of construction details from 9 projects developed by Zaha Hadid Architects that give insight into her distinct style and approach, showing us that, with a little ingenuity and a lot of expertise, even the most impossible-seeming dreams can be built.

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Jockey Club Innovation Tower / Zaha Hadid Architects

Facade Details

Jockey Club Innovation Tower / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Iwan Baan
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Jockey Club Innovation Tower / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

The Serpentine Sackler Gallery / Zaha Hadid Architects

Cross Section and Roof Details

The Serpentine Sackler Gallery / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Luke Hayes
The Serpentine Sackler Gallery / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects
The Serpentine Sackler Gallery / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

London Aquatics Centre for 2012 Summer Olympics / Zaha Hadid Architects

Section Details

London Aquatics Centre for 2012 Summer Olympics / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Hélène Binet
London Aquatics Centre for 2012 Summer Olympics / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects
London Aquatics Centre for 2012 Summer Olympics / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

MAXXI Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects

Roof Details

MAXXI Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Iwan Baan
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MAXXI Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

Guangzhou Opera House / Zaha Hadid Architects

Envelope Details

Guangzhou Opera House / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Iwan Baan
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Guangzhou Opera House / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects

Facade Details

Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Paul Warchol
Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects
Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

The Investcorp Building / Zaha Hadid Architects

Envelope and General Details

The Investcorp Building / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Luke Hayes
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The Investcorp Building / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

Messner Mountain Museum Corones / Zaha Hadid Architects

General Details

Messner Mountain Museum Corones / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Werner Huthmacher
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Library and Learning Centre University of Economics Vienna / Zaha Hadid Architects

Envelope and Facade Details

Library and Learning Centre University of Economics Vienna / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Roland Halbe
Library and Learning Centre University of Economics Vienna / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects
Library and Learning Centre University of Economics Vienna / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image Courtesy of Zaha Hadid Architects

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    Cite: José Tomás Franco. "Construction Details of Zaha Hadid Architects Projects" 31 Oct 2018. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/904441/construction-details-of-zaha-hadid-architects-projects> ISSN 0719-8884

    Guangzhou Opera House / Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Iwan Baan

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