Venice
June 29 – July 10, 2026
Work in the historic centre of Venice with architects OMA, Snøhetta, BIG, Zaha Hadid Architects, MVRDV and 3XN GXN on timely research and design proposals for the city.
Our Venice program brings leading architecture and design practices to Venice to meet, connect with and mentor young architects and students from around the globe.
The program balances the development of professional design proposals for the historic city, its delicate surrounding lagoon or outer islands with city exploration, talks, dinners and relaxed social gatherings at Venice’s iconic locations.
View the Briefs
BIG
Reimagining Social Infrastructure
Snøhetta
Lagoonal Architecture
Zaha Hadid Architects
Contemporary Interventions within the Historic Fabric
MVRDV
Public Space and Playfulness
OMA
Urban Regeneration and Housing
3XN GXN
The Venetian Lagoon and its Edges
Program Overview
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Studios
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Ticket and Application Information
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Venue
Our program is hosted by SMAC San Marco Art Centre and located within the 16th Century Procuratie building on the iconic St Mark’s Square in the centre of the historical city. The spaces have been recently renovated to much acclaim by David Chipperfield Architcets.
Travel & Accommodation
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Frequently Asked Questions
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