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BIENNALE ARCHITETTURA
1996
6th International Architecture Exhibition
Director: Hans HOLLEIN
15th September – 17th November 1996
Site: Padiglione Italia, National Pavilions at Giardini
Director appointed by President Gianluigi Rondi
The sixth Architecture Biennale is committed to the direction of a prestigious international personality, Austrian architect Hans Hollein, who confirms Dal Co’s setting-out, modeling the exhibition to the standards of the Visual Arts one, and hosting national participations. Sensori del futuro. L’architetto come sismografo is the title of the main exhibition hosted at the Padiglione Italia, and its aim is to investigate the architect’s ability to catch underground vibes of present times, translating them in the future. Hollein thinks it is not appropriate for architects to be part of specific movements or schools of thought in the 90’s; otherwise, they should be self-sufficient professional figures, not dependent from classifications. Thanks
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Sir Peter Cook, a renowned British architect and founding member of Archigram, visited Korea to present his vision for the future of architecture and its transformation. On November 15, he delivered a lecture at Seoul City Hall, where he introduced Archigram and his seminal works, which have pushed architectural boundaries since the early 1960s. The day prior, on the 14th, he shared his experiences and insights at a lecture celebrating the 50th anniversary of Kookmin University’s College of Architecture, engaging with students on the topic, “How to Become a Young Architect.”
In an exclusive interview with C3 following his lecture at Seoul City Hall, Cook reflected on how Archigram’s innovative ideas have redefined architecture. He also shared his thoughts on the influence of artificial intelligence and digital technology in the field. Cook offered insights on Korean architecture today, and encouraged young architects to embrace diverse cultures and explore unconve
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