‘A lot of pride and joy’: the First Nations team representing Australia at the Venice Biennale of Architecture

Australia's participation in the 2026 Venice Biennale is uncertain due to Creative Australia canceling artist Khaled Sabsabi and curator Michael Dagostino's commission, risking the absence of an Australian pavilion. Meanwhile, Indigenous-led architects "The Creative Sphere" designed "Home," a sustainable pavilion built with rammed-earth materials transported by barges and wheelbarrows, aiming to foster personal connection without imposing ideas. Despite facing backlash, they emphasized resilience against marginalization, showcasing Australia's growing engagement with Indigenous place and culture in architecture.