Kuwait showcases cultural vision at Venice Architecture Biennale
The Kuwait Pavilion, inaugurated on Friday under the patronage of the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), presents the 'Kaynouna' project. This exhibition, which runs until November 23, showcases the innovative work of young Kuwaiti creators. Their contributions offer a distinctive artistic perspective that transcends traditional styles, enhancing Kuwait's presence in international forums across various disciplines.
The pavilion's opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Al-Jassar, Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Antiquities and Museums Mohammed bin Redha, Consul General of the State of Kuwait in Milan and Northern Italy Sheikh Jaber Al-Duaij Al-Sabah, Executive Director of Kuwait Petroleum International in Italy Bashar Al-Awadhi, and representatives from Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Through 'Kaynouna,' the Kuwait Pavilion reimagines architecture as a field of research and exploration. The project employs architecture as a tool to raise questions about identity, history, and material culture. It utilizes experimental drawings, architectural installations, and critical research to move beyond conventional narratives, presenting architecture as a dynamic medium that reflects Kuwait's evolving relationship with its past, present, and future.
The pavilion's success is attributed to the efforts of a dedicated Kuwaiti youth team, including Commissioner Abdulaziz Al-Mazidi and Deputy Commissioner Hamad Al-Khulaifi, who played pivotal roles in bringing this distinguished artistic and cultural project to fruition.
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