Venice Biennale '18, Venice (Italy)
The exhibition was hosted at the European Cultural Center between May & November
Introduction
The Studio was invited to the Venice Biennale 2018, cultural centre. Our output was the creation of three internally created models of three schemes which were challenging the ‘power of ownership’ within the Studio conversion.
Approach
In the evolving landscape of London, where land ownership and high-value commodities dominate, the city’s acute housing crisis projects that by 2025, 60% of its population will be excluded from ownership opportunities. This reality calls for a new era of development, where dynamic lifestyle needs challenge the “one design fits all” mentality. We question whether design can transcend being a mere component of development and become its primary language. Our forward-looking approach anticipates a new fabric of design, where small-scale developments present opportunities for a new generation to engage with the culture of ownership within London’s unique gaps. The ethos of the small developer facilitates these crucial conversations, embracing the context, characteristics, and complexities of the shell space. These dialogues aim to address the housing crisis and contemporary lifestyle demands, creating versatile, accessible spaces centered around design. By designing within these new parameters, we envision an alternative future. Our sculptures, reflecting our surroundings, will act as portraits of a more diverse and accessible London. We advocate for development that allows art and design to infuse every aspect of the process, believing in the transformative potential of ownership.
Implementation
The exhibition was open to the public the summer of 2018.
Credits
- Architectural Design Team: Remi C.T Studio
- Location: European Cultural Center, Venice (Italy)