Back for a second time during the Architecture Biennale, Time Space Existence, organised by the Global Arts Affairs Foundation, is currently on show in Venice, offering even more opportunities for thought and discussion over architecture’s most current themes.
The some-100 strong architecture show – an official Biennale Collateral event – has grown. This year, it spreads across three grand Venetian palaces; Palazzo Bembo, Palazzo Mora and Palazzo Rossini. And the participating architects, invited by the organisers and coming from six different continents, don’t shy away from trying to address philosophical questions of time, space and existence – as the show’s theme dictates – through examples of their recent work.
The results are varied, ranging from drawings, models, film and larger scale spatial installations that blur the borders between art and architecture. At the same time they offer an interesting counter-weight to Alejandro Aravena’s main show at the Giardini and Arsenale, complementing, rather than antagonising it, casting a wider net for debate. Subject matters are respectively diverse, spanning from global travel to green spaces, public buildings and conceptual work.
Participants include architects and artists in all stages of their careers; from established names, such as Peter Eisenman, Denise Scott Brown or Singapore’s WOHA, to photographers (such as Patricia Parinejad, who also gave us unique access to her shots of the show).
Younger, dynamic practices, such as Dara Huang’s Design Haus Liberty, who created a mesmerising installation of hanging silver balls in a darkened space, also have a strong presence; while research projects joined the show this year, with notable examples being the University of Arkansas and the MIT.
Spread across three Venetian Palazzi, the show includes works by some 100 architects, coming from all corners of the earth and discussing philosophical issues of time, space and existance through their projects
American architect Peter Eisenman was one of the show’s more established names, displaying a series of his signature drawings
German architects Gerber Architekten also showcased work at Palazzo Bembo
Photographer Patricia Parinejad is one of the artists taking part in the show, displaying her project on Rio de Janeiro favelas
Singapore firm WOHA produced a film taking visitors through a journey across the southeast asian island’s urban landscape
Argentinian architect Carla Bechelli shows a three-dimentional installation of examples of her practice’s work
At Time Space Existence, US firm Fentress Architects explored airports and global travel
Nearby, Alireza Razavi built a large scale structure enveloping examples of his studio’s work
Exhibits at Palazzo Mora include an interactive installation by Cara Lee and Stephan Mundwiler and Jennifer Marmon’s Platform for Architecture + Research
Lewis & Gould Architects came all the way from New York to show examples of their between two of Palazzo Mora’s Venetian windows
Tidal house is a display by Terry & Terry Architecture from Berkley, California
INFORMATION
Time Space Existence will be on show until the 27 November. For more information, visit the Global Art Affairs website
Photography: Patricia Parinejad
ADDRESS
Time Space Existence
Palazzo Bembo (Rialto Bridge),
Palazzo Mora (Strada Nova)
and Palazzo Rossini (Campo Manin)
Venice, Italy
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