artstech:

“2012’s Venice architecture Biennale might not open until the end of the month, but Zaha Hadid Architects has already unveiled its installation. Described as an ‘arum shell’, the pleated metal structure is inspired by Russian Suprematism -  the early 20th century movement reducing art to simple geometric shapes - as well as the work of German architect Frei Otto. Indeed, Hadid’s installation seizes upon Biennale president David Chipperfield’s theme of ‘common ground’, which Chipperfield says is meant to “reassert the existence of an architectural culture, made up not just of singular talents but a rich continuity of diverse ideas united in a common history.”

(via Zaha Hadid’s Venice Biennale installation | Architecture | Agenda | Phaidon)