Future imperfect
19 September 2008
The vision of future architecture presented by Aaron Betsky in his show at the Arsenale is too confusing to offer genuine insight
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Venice Architecture Biennale
The Venice Architecture Biennale is the world's premier architecture event, drawing architects, journalists and commentators around the world.
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Venice 2008 Snapshots
We'll be updating the image gallery as our team on the ground send us pictures, so check back soon.
The 2008 Venice Biennale Pavilions and structures
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Estonian curator Ingrid Ruudi on the gas pipeline: (Video)
18 September, 2008
A surprise hit of this year's Venice Biennale was Estonia's bright yellow Gas Pipe installation.
William Menking on the American Pavilion (video)
16 September, 2008
William Menking, editor of The Architect's Newspaper and curator of the American Pavilion, talks about his Venice pavilion.
George Ferguson's verdict on the British Pavilion (video)
15 September, 2008
George Ferguson, former president of RIBA, on his view of this year's British Pavilion.
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Hugh Pearman on the Venice pavilions (video)
15 September, 2008
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Venice Biennale: The highlights (images)
12 September, 2008
Venice Biennale 2008 News
British Council/BD survey: Is the UK in a state of housing crisis?
9 September, 2008
Housing in Britain is never far from the headlines – and it is under the spotlight again in the British Pavilion at the Venice Biennale.
Scott Brown to top Biennale speakers
8 August 2008
Denise Scott Brown will be the keynote speaker at a British Council debate on housing design next month.
Hadid to take part in Venice Biennale debate
2 September, 2008
A glittering line-up of speakers has been announced to take part in events at A Gathering Space, Scotland’s presence at this year’s Venice Biennale.
Top UK firms take starring role at Venice Biennale
16 May 2008
A glittering list of British architects including Zaha Hadid, Nigel Coates and AOC will exhibit their work at the Venice Biennale, adding further home-grown talent to the five housing firms already picked for the British pavilion.
