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Templo’s tectonic identity for the British pavilion at the Venice Biennale
- Templo has designed the British Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, drawing inspiration from tectonic plates and diaspora communities.
- The studio was chosen through a rigorous process with a focus on understanding the themes of the 2023 pavilion.
- The pavilion explores the relationship between architecture, colonization, power, politics, and identity.
- The design includes installations such as maps of the night sky above London and Nairobi.
- Templo's approach was influenced by their personal backgrounds, with a focus on utilizing salvaged materials for reconstruction.
- The design concept softens the angular British pavilion using a veil of beads made from agricultural waste and clay.
- The color palette and motion design were inspired by geological references, reflecting themes of rift and repair.
- The visual identity aims to balance the serious subject matter of the exhibition with elements of optimism and playfulness.
- Templo created a flythrough video for virtual visitors and collaborated with Kenyan influencers to engage a wider audience.
- The British Council team's trust in Templo has enabled the creative direction to push boundaries for the exhibition.
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