KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 — Malaysia will showcase the finest of architectural designs and artworks at the Venice Biennale 2014 in Italy.
The exhibition, from June 7 to Nov 23, and the preview on Thursday and Friday, is the oldest and the most prestigious architecture event, Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) said in a statement.
Matrade will collaborate with the Malaysian Institute of Architects to showcase Malaysia’s finest architectural designs and artworks at the 14th International Architecture Exhibition of the La Biennale Di Venezia, Italy.
The notable Venice Biennale Exhibition has become the choice location to mark Malaysia’s presence in the international arena for architectural designs and artworks.
This, together with other international events and festivals hosted in Venice, demonstrates the importance of Venice as a meeting place for many of the world’s most influential architectures, designs and visual arts fraternity.
Matrade said participation at the Venice Biennale 2014 was vital to brand Malaysia’s architectural and arts industry.
It is a global platform for architects and artists to exchange ideas and network with each other to establish new business partnerships, the national trade promotion agency said.
The Malaysian Pavilion themed “Sufficiency” will present an array of contemporary architectural designs and artworks from 24 participants in this six -month exhibition representing architects, artists, multimedia designers and institutions of higher learning.
It is hoped that this event will continue to serve as an important venue to grow Malaysia’s talents and expertise for architecture, design and art in the international markets, Matrade added. — Bernama
