In Chinese Canton, a unique opera by Zaha Hadid has been opened

Guangzhou (China) - A two-day ceremony for the opening of a unique building of the opera designed by architect Zaha Hadid concluded yesterday in southern China's Guangzhou. Hadid is well-known in the Czech Republic mainly as a member of the jury that selected the ultimately unrealized design by Jan Kaplický for a new National Library building in Prague at Letná.
    The work of the British architect of Iraqi origin covers an area of 70,000 square meters. The main hall has 1,800 seats, and there are a number of other purpose-built rooms and lounges available. Hadid aims to establish this Chinese metropolis as one of the Asian cultural centers.
    In the early stages of her work, Hadid drew from deconstructivism, her designs featured sharp edges and avoided right angles. Over time, she turned to flowing lines and a "tilted" handwriting. She once stated about her work that she values various interpretations and not just one.