PASE: Innovative Sound Design and Spatial Experimentation

PASE is a Venice-based independent creative studio and collaborative platform that operates at the cutting edge of sound research, artistic curation, and spatial experimentation. Founded by Victor Nebbiolo di Castri and Valeria Zane, PASE brings together a diverse community of artists, researchers, and technical professionals to explore the multifaceted relationship between sound and space. The studio’s practice is deeply rooted in a design-driven process that integrates conceptual thinking with technical mastery, particularly in the fields of spatial audio and immersive multimedia formats. At its headquarters in Venice—a renovated former wood workshop—PASE develops a wide range of projects, from site-specific sound installations to advanced educational programs. Notable initiatives include their contribution to the Venice Biennale Architettura 2025, where they curated the sound identity for the 'Voice of Commons' project, and their participation in the Ars Electronica 2025. Their work often involves creating custom-built software and hardware interfaces to facilitate unique multichannel audio experiences and real-time interactive systems. PASE serves as both a production house and a research laboratory, offering services in sound design, recording, and 3D mixing while simultaneously hosting artist residencies and workshops. Through long-term collaborations with institutions like the Ugo and Olga Levi Foundation and various international conservatories, the platform fosters a critical dialogue between artistic intent and technological innovation. By treating sound as a method of observing and communicating new knowledge, PASE continues to redefine the boundaries of sonic architecture and contemporary media art, creating environments that invite deep listening and collective connection.