Rabat — Morocco launched its pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia – on Friday in Venice.
The pavilion reflects Morocco’s commitment to promoting its creative talents on the world stage.
Set to remain open from May-November, the Moroccan pavilion is the fruit of a partnership between the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication and the Ministry of National Territory Planning, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy.
This participation reflects Morocco’s dedication to supporting its creative community under the leadership of King Mohammed VI.
It marks a significant step in drawing attention to the country’s artistic and architectural talents internationally.
During the pavilion showcase, Morocco is presenting a groundbreaking project called “Materiae Palimpsest,’ designed by architects Khalil Morad El Ghilali and El Mehdi Belyasmine.
The project explores “earth architecture” by blending traditional Moroccan craftsmanship with modern digital technologies.
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“Materiae Palimpsest” aims to redefine the understanding of collective intelligence in construction. It features the potential of Moroccan architecture to address today’s environmental and social challenges.
Visitors will experience an immersive journey into the art of earth construction, stressing its sustainability, flexibility, and inherent beauty.
The exhibition takes a multi-scale approach to explore knowledge transmission and circular economy principles.
The Moroccan pavilion stands as a testament to the country’s rich architectural heritage while embracing forward-thinking approaches to design and construction.
