Zaha Hadid – Pedagogy as Practice

This insightful book examines Zaha Hadid's significant contributions to architecture and education, highlighting her unique teaching methods and their lasting impact on the field.

This book offers an in-depth examination of Zaha Hadid's influence on architecture through her unique approach to teaching. As the first woman to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize, Hadid left an indelible mark on the field with iconic structures like the Guangzhou Opera House and the Aquatics Center in London. However, her contributions to academia and her role as an educator have often been overlooked. Zaha Hadid – Pedagogy as Practice aims to rectify this gap by exploring her pedagogical journey and its significant impact on her architectural philosophy.

The volume traces Hadid's evolution as a teacher, beginning with her time at the Architectural Association in London and extending to her influential roles at prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Columbia, Yale, and the University of Applied Arts in Vienna. It highlights the formative years of her graduate studies and how these experiences shaped her innovative approach to architecture, merging painting and design. The book also delves into her mentorship, showcasing how her dedication to her students fostered a new generation of architects and created a collaborative professional environment.

Organized around four key themes—Academic Contexts; Big Zaha, small Zaha; An Unfinished Modern Project; and Pedagogy in Practice—the book features essays from a diverse group of contributors. These insights collectively illustrate Hadid's lasting influence on architecture and education, providing a scholarly foundation for further exploration into her remarkable legacy.