“Unceded” installation images from the Venice Biennale of Architecture. ( Courtesy Canada Council ) Renowned Métis architect Douglas Cardinal, who is leading Canada’s Venice Biennale of Architecture entry this year. But with a sea change in both environmental sensitivities — LEED buildings, sustainable architecture — and a burgeoning awareness of Indigenous culture, the balance has begun to shift. “The Indigenous world view is entirely different and has been since the dawn of time. That means acknowledging not only the work of Indigenous architects, but their unique position as stewards of environmental balance.

Source: thestar May 23, 2018 17:24 UTC