Fondazione Dries Van Noten is a cultural non-profit institution dedicated to craftsmanship in Venice. Conceived by Dries Van Noten and Patrick Vangheluwe, the Fondazione breathes new life into the historic Palazzo Pisani Moretta, transforming one of the city’s most admired palazzos into a lively hub for curated artworks and contemporary dialogue.
At its core, the Fondazione celebrates the human dimension of making, showcasing established and emerging creators across art, design, fashion, architecture, food, and beyond. These hybrid contributions offer fresh perspectives on the contemporary artistic landscape while inspiring new dialogues and exchanges between the creative community and the public.
The Fondazione aims to demonstrate the vital importance of craftsmanship, understood in its broadest sense as the bodily, material, and imaginative practices through which culture takes shape. As a platform for makers, artisans, and emerging talents who carry cultural identity forward, the Fondazione’s vision is rooted in the belief that creation flourishes where tradition and innovation meet, and that Venice—long a crossroads of imagination—can once again serve as a catalyst for new ideas.
