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Heydar Aliyev Centre

The Heydar Aliyev Centre is situated in Baku, Azerbaijan's capital. The structure, created by renowned architect Zaha Hadid, is a multipurpose cultural centre honoring Heydar Aliyev, the third President of Azerbaijan, and his life and legacy. The Centre has a number of amenities inside, such as exhibition areas, meeting rooms, a library, a museum, and other features. The interior areas are open, well-lit by natural light, and have a spacious layout. Aesthetic appeal is increased by the presence of well-kept landscaped areas, gardens, walkways, and water features on the center's outside. The structure is illuminated at night, highlighting its distinctive architectural characteristics and producing an alluring visual display.

The Heydar Aliyev centre's window structure and framing take a geometric shape contrasting with the organic flow of the rest of building site. The windows cover a large spreads of the building, revealed by the flowing exterior structure that appears to drape like silk. The cladding walls have contour lines across the entirety of the flowing roof top and walls to help exaggerate the curves.

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The centre's design stands out due to its smooth curves, fluid and organic form. The building appears to flow seamlessly, without sharp edges or corners, creating a sensed harmony through the continue flow. The seamless curves give the centre a sculptural appearanceand striking presence.

Heydar Aliyev Centre is designed to integrate with the surrounding environment. The building's curves and waves mimic the rolling hills of Baku, creating a visual connection with the city's scenery. The seamless design helps the building fit harmoniously in with its surrounding natural landscape.

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