Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Zaha Hadid (1950-2016)

We're greatly saddened by the passing of Zaha Hadid today. She was a true visionary in the world of architecture. Her innovation as both a woman and an architect is not lost on the massive number of people she's sparked a sense of creativity in and the countless people her legacy will continue to inspire. Today, we mourn the loss of a legendary individual, but also celebrate her fantastic life's work.

My Modern Met has held Hadid in high regards, much like the rest of the world. As such, we've found ourselves in awe of the stunning designs she's had a hand in developing. Join us in taking a look back at some of our favorite work by the one and only Zaha Hadid.

Above photo via Harper's Bazaar

Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku, Azerbaijan


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Messner Mountain Museum Corones Nestled Inside the Italian Dolomites


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21-Story “Floating” Opus Office Tower in Dubai

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Energy-Efficient Sand Dune-Shaped Headquarters in the United Arab Emirates


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Sleuk Rith Institute in Cambodia


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2022 World Cup Stadium in Qatar


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“Liquid Glacial” Furniture


 
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Twisted Cuff Jewelry for Georg Jensen

 
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3D-Printed “Flames” Shoes for Milan Design Week 2015


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Pinar

Pinar Noorata (she/her) is the Editorial Director at My Modern Met. She is a writer, editor, and content creator based in Brooklyn, New York. She earned her BA in Film and Media Studies from CUNY Hunter College. She has worked at major TV, film, and publishing companies as well as other independent media businesses. She also runs her own art & culture newsletter called The High Low. She first joined the My Modern Met team in 2011 as a Contributing Writer, pitching and publishing articles about a wide range of topics. Her expertise in visual media lends itself to in-depth analysis of varied art forms, including but not limited to painting, illustration, sculpture, installation, design, and photography. Pinar has a particular affinity for spotlighting up-and-coming artists, affording them a platform and offering a voice to lesser-heard individuals looking to break through, especially BIPOC creatives. She has helped multiple artists make a name for themselves and reach a wider audience over 10+ years as a writer and editor (both through long-form articles and short-form videos). When she isn’t writing, editing, or creating videos herself, Pinar enjoys watching films and TV, reading, crafting, drawing, frequenting museums and galleries, and volunteering at her local animal shelter.
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