One Thousand Museum Loses Legendary Architect Zaha Hadid

 
Zaha Hadid, the groundbreaking starchitect who was the first woman to win the Pritzker Prize, the highest honor in her profession, sadly died in Miami today.

The world-renowned architect suffered a sudden heart attack while being treated in the hospital for bronchitis that she contracted earlier this week, according to the New York Times.

Zaha Hadid was highly celebrated for her groundbreaking designs that left a mark on skylines around the globe. In fact, her passing sadly hits home since Zaha Hadid just recently brought her incredible talents to South Florida to build her first residential tower in the United States as she designed the 62-story ultra-luxe tower, One Thousand Museum, that will be situated in the epicenter of Downtown Miami directly across from the stunning waters of Biscayne Bay. One Thousand Museum, because of Ms. Hadid, has provided Miami with an unprecedented architectural design including the tower being the first building in the U.S. to use a glass-fiber reinforced concrete shell as the permanent frame for its highly-innovative exoskeleton, which you can see below.

One Thousand Museum Condos

With only 83 luxury residences, and its museum-like designs, over-the-top amenities including a rooftop helipad and the spectacular direct-water views, One Thousand Museum is already an iconic place to call home in Miami. But, after today, some believe there will be an exponential rise in value because One Thousand Museum is Zaha Hadid’s first and last ever residential masterpiece in the United States.

In fact, one of my clients from overseas who has been considering purchasing at One Thousand Museum called me this afternoon to discuss the impact Ms. Hadid’s passing will have on the project. It is his belief that her passing can be compared to an artist’s passing and their artwork increasing in value.

Sadly, I am sure my client will not be the only person to think about this. When world-renowned artists pass away, their artwork appreciates considerably, and One Thousand Museum will be no different. Residences at One Thousand Museum will be part of a forever art collection, and forever be cherished by those around the world who admired Zaha Hadid.

Rest in Peace, Ms. Hadid, you will be forever missed.

If you, or someone you know, are interested in purchasing a piece of history in Miami, please contact Michael Light of Douglas Elliman. You may reach me on my cell at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.