Dame Zaha Hadid
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What was the significant influence on Zaha Hadid's art style?

  • Baroque architecture
  • Classical architecture
  • Romanesque architecture
  • Kazimir Malevich's free linear dynamic construction style (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Deconstructivism?

  • Complexity
  • Symmetry (correct)
  • Non-geometry
  • Antigravity

What architectural trend emerged from Zaha Hadid's incorporation of Russian avant-garde elements?

  • Neoclassicism
  • Deconstructivism (correct)
  • Postmodernism
  • Minimalism

Which material is the Heydar Aliyev Center clad in?

<p>Reinforced concrete and polyester (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of the Vitra Fire Station's design?

<p>Asymmetry (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What element does Zaha Hadid emphasize in her architecture according to the provided quotes?

<p>Light volume (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main components of philosophy behind Zaha Hadid's design?

<p>Deconstructivism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the facades of Zaha Hadid's buildings described in terms of their appearance?

<p>Soft and curvy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic makes Zaha Hadid's designs appear as if they defy gravity?

<p>Sharp angles and dynamic shapes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method did Zaha Hadid mainly adopt in her approach to design?

<p>Starting with extensive research followed by form notions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following Zaha Hadid's design elements is considered revolutionary?

<p>Employment of fluidity and dynamism in structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term best characterizes the appearance of Zaha Hadid's designs?

<p>Fragmentary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What prestigious award did Zaha Hadid win in 2004, making her the first woman to achieve this honor?

<p>Pritzker Prize (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural award did Zaha Hadid win in 2010 and 2011 that recognizes excellence in architecture?

<p>Stirling Prize (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 2014, which of Zaha Hadid's designs won the Design Museum design of the year award?

<p>The Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Zaha Hadid claim was the cornerstone to her style and creations?

<p>Addressing 21st-century challenges and opportunities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pivotal aspect did Zaha Hadid believe architecture should contribute to?

<p>Contributing to society's progress and wellbeing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the visionary ideas Zaha Hadid proposed for London?

<p>Pedestrianise vast areas of the city (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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