The Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center in Baku, Azerbaijan is a 57,519 square meter complex designed by architect Zaha Hadid and completed in 2012. The fluid, curved forms are meant to blur the lines between interior and exterior, avoiding sharp angles in favor of continuous surfaces. Key features include an auditorium, museum, library, and outdoor cultural plaza that connects to an underground parking garage. The building uses concrete, steel, and over 17,000 fiberglass panels to create its distinctive geometric shapes and provide an immersive experience for visitors.