GENERAL IDEAS
Who is Zaha Hadid?
She is a world-famous architect.
run the risk of
do something dangerous
Name two buildings built by Zaha Hadid.
The MAXXI modern art museum and the Salerno ferry terminal.
How would you describe Hadid´s work?
They are sensual and intoxicating.
succeed with an innovative idea
What is Hadid´s point of view on her designs?
She says the world is not a rectangle.
What happened with Hadid´s design in 1994?
She was in charge of designing a fire station however, it was later decided that the place did not work as a fire station and now it is a museum of chairs.
walk away with
win a prize
Why does Hadid consider that the 1994 fire station building was not a failure?
Do you think Hadid´s designs will work in Ecuador? Support your answer with ideas from the text.
It will vary.
blossomed into
become more successful
Why doesn´t Hadid have a house herself?
She says she´s too busy and nobody really builds a house in central London.