The book presents a compelling visual and narrative chronology of how the BMW Central Building project evolved. From initial studies to the final built work, the book traces the transformation of architects’ inspiration and vision into built reality, offering an invaluable resource for students, practitioners, and anyone interested in the making of architecture.

Extensive photographic documentation of the construction process and the completed building is accompanied by a detailed graphic presentation of sketches, models, rendering, and technical drawings throughout different stages of project delivery. 

At the heart of this book is an ongoing conversation with the architects, as the author interviews Zaha Hadid, Lars Teichmann (project architect), and Patrik Schumacher, providing insight into both the technical execution and cultural significance of the project.

Through visuals and descriptions provided by ZHA, readers follow the project from early competition entries to final design submissions and construction stages. Key construction moments, such as roof framing, space-frame assembly, and concrete pouring into moulds, juxtapose architectural drawings to show comparisons between in-progress and completed states.