Architecture's It-girl of the moment Zaha Hadid has won a competition to give a former fire station in Antwerp a new lease on life.

Located on the boundary of Antwerp and its' harbour, the classic fire station will be given a new reflective addition - separating the structure into two distinct halves.

The 46m high addition juts out and above the old building and is made of glass triangles, some reflective and some transparent.

These triangles are slightly rotated, which reflects the incoming light and apparently pays tribute to Antwerp's diamond history.

The massive extension will be supported by three sculptured concrete pillars, which also house the lifts and stairs (for a full description go here).

Zaha Hadid explains: "The dichotomy between the reflective, faceted form of the new extension and the powerful structural mass of the existing fire station creates a bold and enigmatic statement for the city."

And she is sure right - but with such a daring juxtaposition of old and new, it will definitely to raise a few eyebrows in Antwerp.

Construction is expected to be completed in 2013.