Senior Associate, Zaha Hadid Architects
Gian Luca is a leading expert in the design of rail projects. He joined the award winning architectural practice Zaha Hadid Architects in 2010. He has worked on projects across the UK, Europe and the Middle East and is responsible for leading many of the company’s metro stations, retail and office schemes. This includes the recently completed signature Generali Tower and City Life Shopping District in Milan. He is currently working on the final stages of the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is believed to be the biggest elevated metro transfer station in the world at 32m high, 42m wide, and 232m long. KAFD Metro Station is already establishing itself as a unique landmark for the city of Riyadh.
Gian’s considers the creation of inclusive and dynamic multi-functional public places as one of the most important goals in transportation projects.
