In the presence of the curator of this edition, Carlo Ratti, the opening of the Albanian pavilion with the theme "Building Architecture Culture", curated by Anneke Abhelakh, was officially inaugurated yesterday (May 8).
"This pavilion offers a profound reflection on architecture as a social language, a tool for dialogue, inclusion and transformation," says Minister Gonxha, among other things.
He calls it a special moment and evidence of Albania's transformation, which is also attracting the global arena.
Minister Blendi Gonxhja's post:
"Albania at the 19th International Architecture Biennale in Venice, one of the most prestigious art and architecture events in the world!
In the presence of the curator of this edition, Carlo Ratti, we officially inaugurated today the opening of the Albanian pavilion with the theme "Building Architecture Culture", curated by Anneke Abhelakh. This pavilion offers a deep reflection on architecture as a social language, a tool for dialogue, inclusion and transformation", says Minister Gonxhja, among other things.
A special moment of the inauguration was the presence of some of the most renowned names in world architecture such as Bjarke Ingels, Winy Maas, as well as representatives of some of the most renowned international studios, a testament to the increasing attention that Albania is attracting in the global arena.
Participation in this Biennial represents more than an artistic presence, it is a testament to the true transformation taking place in Albania. Architecture is becoming an instrument of development, a tool for identity building, economic development, urban innovation and international cooperation.
Gratitude for the cooperation of the National Territorial Planning Agency (AKPT) and the Territorial Development Agency (AZHT)!
Project Manager: Alessandra Biscaro
Assistant Curator: Eva Marie Pobeda Ferrand
Graphic Design: Linda van Deursen
Spatial Design: Samuela Hidri & Guust Selhorst
Public Program Coordination: Adonel Myzyri & Andi Arifaj
Film: Konstantin Konopinski in collaboration with Anneke Abhelakh
The Albanian Pavilion will be open to the public from May 10 to November 23, 2025. We welcome you!”