Daniel Libeskind: Inspirations

Libeskind's approach to architecture involves creating designs that are both innovative and symbolic, often inspired by various forms of art and culture. For the Westside Shopping and Leisure Center in Switzerland, Libeskind conceived a design scheme called 'Nexus,' which operates as an independent city connected to the outside environment. The design includes 55 shops, 10 restaurants and bars, a bath, a hotel, a multiplex cinema, a senior residence, a wellness center, and several apartments. The project team used Vectorworks Architect software for design development and construction documentation, leveraging its intelligent BIM objects and reliable interface for exchanging models and data. For the Grand Canal Square Theater in Dublin, Libeskind extended the concept of theater beyond the building, creating multiple stages that build to a peak. The design includes a dramatic urban waterfront piazza, a multi-level lobby, and a 2,100-seat theater. The project also features 34,839 square meters of leasable office and retail space. The design team used 3D computer models and physical models created with a laser cutter to optimize the shapes and placements of the buildings.