Zaha Hadid

ZAHA HADID: BIENNALE DI ARCHITETTURA BARBARA CAPPOCHIN

PROGRAM:
Exhibition

CLIENT:
Barbara Cappochin Foundation

CONCEPT:
A major retrospective on the works of Zaha Hadid Architects took place within the Salone of Palazzo della Ragione, Padua, Italy. The exhibition examined the practice’s continued experimentation and research into digital design and construction methods at the cutting edge of the industry.

The Salone of Palazzo della Ragione (constructed 1172-1219) is considered one of the most notable monuments in Padua. Its medieval roof remains amongst the largest in Europe unsupported by columns, whilst the frescoes that adorn the interior walls date from 1425. As with each of their projects, Zaha Hadid Architects have organized this exhibition as a direct response to its environment within the Salone, articulating the inherent contextual relationships of her work. The historic qualities of the space presented an exciting design challenge for Zaha Hadid Architects. The exhibition design respects these spatial and contextual characteristics whilst also intervening in the unique manner of Hadid’s digital, liquid fluidity. Conceived as an interior urban landscape, the exhibition should be considered a large scale installation; a pixelated field defined by algorithmic formula that introduce complexity and generate an interior urban condition. Space has been organized as a single fluid landscape with connecting individual fragments and clusters.

A component system of hundreds of differentiated blocks swarms through the space of the Salone, allowing for both a large scale redefinition of the space and the minute display of detailed project information. The blocks vary in height reflecting and rebalancing the inverted roof of the Salone, giving it a completly new image yet respecting its integrity. On each block projects are displayed using a large variety of media such as: drawings, paintings, pictures, physical presentation and study models, prototypes and videos. The works in the exhibition are classified not by the usual categories of typology or chronology, but by the design theme and agenda that generated them. The widest variety of Zaha Hadid Architects’ projects, whether a piece of furniture or a vast infrastructure project, are arranged within the same zone, irrespective of their function or scale.

原来我以前看到的很多家具是她设计的，真的很强悍

与众不同的设计

這個是什麽概念啊！！真的很強悍...

将继续更新她的作品~

CELESTE NECKLACE & CUFF

PROGRAM:
Showpiece Jewellery

CLIENT:
Swarovski

MATERIALS:
Blackened pure silver and previous stones: white topaz, smoky quartz and black-spaniel

SIZE:
Necklace
Length: 43 cm
Width: 40 cm

Cuff
Length: 45 cm
Width: 10 cm

CONCEPT:
The Celeste jewellery pieces reflect the fluid movements, dynamic forms and seamless complexity of the vision Zaha Hadid has explored and developed over the past three decades. The liquid, curvilinear shapes of the necklace and the cuff follow the formal logic of continuous transformations observed in Hadid’s morphological research. The unique jewellery pieces are a clear interpretation of the architectural language pursued by the practice; soft curves arise from the torso to create a dynamic form that wraps around the neck, coming to rest on the shoulder and eventually flowing down the arm to tentatively rest on the finger. The sculptural sensibility of the pieces is strongly accentuated by the use of sterling silver that brings to life the rhythm of folds and protrusions. By focusing on the dichotomy between the powerful solidity of sterling silver and the organic fluidity forms, Hadid has created exquisite, sensual and stunning pieces.

WIRL

PROGRAM:
Sculpture

CLIENT:
Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd

MATERIALS:
EPS foam reinforced with a Fiberglass shell

SIZE:
Inscribed from 3×3m cube

CONCEPT:
Wirl was conceived to reflect the intensity of a hyper-acceleratory force within an elastic tactile form. Moments of graceful suspension are tensioned between muscular sweeps in multiple directions. As the curvature of the surface dynamically and seamlessly twists and turns, dynamic form and functional furnishings are seamlessly integrated. Swells provide areas for seating while stretches in the form furnish opportunities to recline. A generous upward sweep provides shade as well as integrating a series of evolving framed views of the surrounding environment and buildings. Differentially sized voids allow for a variety of experiential possibilities in regards to entering into and interacting with the sculpture for visitors of all sizes, all the while, surrounded by a cloud of swirling forces lifting off the ground. Rhythmic and asymmetrical, seamless and articulated – its curvaceous form is an intricately linked spatial and inhabitable improvisation suspended in time.

The design and realization of Wirl was driven by the new possibilities created by significant technological advancements in three dimensional design software, as well as an inherent desire to test and engage with the very latest manufacturing capabilities. The resulting sculpture is a dialogue of complex curvilinear geometries and detailed ergonomic research that provides the opportunity to reinvent the balance between urban furniture and public space.

ORCHIS SERIES

PROGRAM:
Outdoor Stools

CLIENT:
Kenny Schachter/ROVE

SIZE:
Orchis1: 130 x 73 cm
Orchis2: 152 x 75 cm
Orchis3: 103.5 x 52 cm
Orchis4: 175 x 83 cm

MATERIALS:
Milled foam; coated with Polyurethane, reinforced with mineral fibreglass laminate and painted with car paint.

CONCEPT:
Stools were conceived using the mathematical principle of non orientated surfaces; having no distinct inner and outer side. As the curvature of the surface twists and bends it creates an elegant seat, back rest and legs. The outdoor stools coalesce as a single object or lie scattered as a fi eld of related dynamic shapes. Each piece accommodates from one to three places, bunched affording generous seating. Milled from EPS foam and reinforced with a fiberglass shell, the design has evolved from a developed knowledge of material technologies and CNC milling.

Z–CAR

PROGRAM:
Design of a concept car

CLIENT:
Kenny Schachter/ROVE

SIZE:
Length: 3.8 m
Width: 1.8 m
Height: 1.7 m

CONCEPT:
The Z-CAR is a two-seater city car with a three-wheel base. Using Hydrogen as a source of energy it is a very quiet zero-emission vehicle. The inclination of the passenger pod is speed adjusted. At low speeds it is in the upper position and gives the driver a better street vision. A shortened wheelbase then also requires less parking-space. At higher speeds the pod lowers on the hinged rear suspension, moving the car’s centre of gravity closer to the road for safer handling and improved aerodynamics. Reflecting the organic language of the office, the shape of the car is streamlined in order to generate a fluid design with minimum wind friction.

The body consists of lightweight carbon-fibre composite with a large asymmetric door hatch giving the passengers a panoramic vision. The interior design is based on ergonomics embracing both driver and passenger that sit side by side. The steering wheel connects with “drive-by wire” technology to motors that operate the steering mechanism and it holds controls that manage other functions.

能够把一种设计手法做到极致也是一种成功啊~