The curatorial team selected to represent the Saudi pavilion includes Basma Bouzo, Noura Bouzo, Joharah Lou Pabalate, Cyril Zammit, and AlBara Saimaldahar.
Riyadh – The Saudi Architecture and Design Commission announced the curatorial team representing Saudi Arabia at the 18th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice. The Saudi Pavilion will shine a light on the Kingdom’s unique cultural heritage and iconic architectural landscape.
This year, the Saudi Pavilion team will be comprised of co-curators Basma Bouzo, Noura Bouzo, Joharah Lou Pabalate, and Cyril Zammit, along with architect AlBara Saimaldahar. In line with this year’s theme “The Laboratory of The Future,” the Pavilion will highlight how architects are inspired by global challenges to come up with innovative solutions that contribute to improving societies. The Saudi Pavilion team will also take part in a special panel session, where they will engage in dialogue with international sector professionals. The panel will provide an opportunity to present the objectives of the Saudi Pavilion this year, as well as insights on how to present architectural work on an international scale.
CEO of the Architecture and Design Commission, Dr. Sumayah Al-Solaiman, commented, “We are proud to be participating at the Venice Architecture Biennale for the second time. Taking part in such events, provides us with a global platform to showcase the Kingdom’s architectural vision with the world. We look forward to engaging with architects and designers from all around the globe to share thoughts, exchange ideas, and learn from different experiences”.
The Saudi Architecture and Design Commission’s participation at the International Architecture Exhibition in Venice reflects its growing role in advancing the Kingdom’s architecture and design sector, building its infrastructure, developing frameworks, and supporting local talent.
