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“You really have to have a goal. The goal posts might shift, but you should have a goal. Know what it is you want to find out.”

Quote by Zaha Hadid

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Zaha Hadid
Zaha Hadid

Zaha Hadid was a British-Iraqi architect known for her innovative design style and avant-garde architectural works. She is considered one of the most influential women in the field of modern architecture, with her projects spread across the globe, including the famous shard in London and the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. more

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