Venn
Through a chance meeting, Desi and Jade discussed their ideas and found there was great
potential for a creative space in WA. The creative duo shared a similar vision and merged
their ideas to develop the concept for Venn - to provide a vibrant creative hub in Western
Australia.
Since 2011, Venn has aimed to support and strengthen the arts by providing a platform for
artists and designers, showcasing both contemporary art and design, as well as creating a
dynamic social space for the Perth community.
The two-level building has fast become a popular venue, with its vibrant social
environment allowing visitors to enjoy the latest in art and design. An award-winning,
architecturally designed business, Venn’s unique space is highly recognised, with awards
from the Design Institute of Australia (WA) in 2011 and Australian Institute of Architects in
2012.
Litis and Rubino each have accomplished careers in the art and design industry and have
committed considerable time and resources to Venn in an effort to create a distinctive
organisation unlike anything seen elsewhere in Australia. Rubino says that in developing
the concept “they aimed to be advocates for art and design, enabling Venn to both
cultivate the sector, as well as contribute to the wider community, in a significant way”.
Venn is operated by a small team of passionate and dedicated managers, who are overseen
by Litis and Rubino to ensure that their vision is carried out to the highest standards.
The organisation has quickly established itself on the local and national arts scene and
is dedicated to making a substantial contribution to the creative sector in WA. The space
is also used as a distinctive venue for a range of functions, including high-end corporate
events, private social gatherings and weddings.
Venn’s continued dynamism and unique business approach has situated it as an admirable
enterprise in WA’s cultural landscape, one whose constantly shifting and responsive nature
will see it continue to visitors from Perth and beyond.
Venn - 16 Queen Street Perth
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