BYO Living

Venice Biennale

Venice

“Matter and Place”; exhibited at 16th Venice Biennale of Architecture in 2018. BYO Living collaborated on the façade to create a weaving installation which fuses the diverse patterns of Indonesian textiles into one. This rattan weaving is made with holographic techniques which have been inspired by the traditional weaving techniques of the Dayak tribe from Kalimantan.

Architect / Designer

studio andramatin

Year

2018

Location

Venice

Rattan weaving installation for Matter and Place framed by layered timber structures at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale.

The Challenges

Our 30 years experienced master-weavers are trained to the ability to translate abstract conceptual ideas and customized them into an artisan piece is highly demanded by designers and clients.

Close-up of natural rattan weaving for Matter and Place, showing an intricate layered geometric pattern.

Natural rattan is shaped through a holographic weaving technique, layering geometric patterns to create shifting depth and visual rhythm across the surface.

Matter and Place installation at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale, featuring large rattan weaving panels within the historic exhibition hall.

The Solutions

Not only appreciated by designers, but the intricate hand-made process and distinct skilled craftsmanship have also become the characteristic of our weaving techniques. This installation is a steppingstone to manifest our expertise within the architectural language and to globally introduce the significance of the weaving techniques.

Narrow passage through the Matter and Place installation, enclosed by intricate rattan weaving panels on both sides.
Interior view of Matter and Place with a tall rattan weaving screen filtering light beside the timber staircase.
Close-up of the Matter and Place rattan weaving, showing layered geometric patterns illuminated by natural light.

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