Following an open tender process Culture Radar has been appointed to lead a review of the Scotland + Venice project working with Andrew Ormston of DrewWylie.

The review, which is commissioned by Creative Scotland on behalf of the Scotland + Venice Partners, will consider the effectiveness of the current delivery approach, and the future viability of the project. The achievements of Scotland + Venice have been significant but there are resourcing and capacity challenges that need to be addressed. In addition, in the context of the climate crisis the Review will consider the project's journey to Net Zero by 2030.

Established in 2003, Scotland + Venice is a significant, flagship project that promotes the best of contemporary art and architecture from Scotland on the world stage at the Venice Biennale. The Biennial is the oldest and one of the most prestigious cultural organisations in the world, presenting annual festivals of Dance, Music, Theatre and Cinema alongside the biennial exhibitions of Contemporary Art and Architecture.

The Review is anticipated to run January to May 2024 and comprise desk research, interviews with key stakeholders and targeted round table discussions. The work will be overseen by a Creative Scotland Steering Group with Moira Jeffrey (Director, Scottish Contemporary Arts Network) and Jude Barber (Architect and Director, Collective Architecture) advising and supporting the work.

Scotland + Venice is delivered through a strategic partnership of Creative Scotland, British Council Scotland, National Galleries Scotland, Architecture & Design Scotland, V&A Dundee and the Scottish Government. Centred on supporting creative excellence and ambition, the project positions Scotland as a dynamic place for contemporary cultural production that is committed to the global exchange of ideas.