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Barcelona is where I studied Interior Architecture and began to see design in the details of everyday life. From Modernista buildings and contemporary spaces to restaurants, workshops and museums, this is my personal guide to the places that continue to shape how I look at architecture, materials and interiors.

Salone del Mobile 2026: A Return to Warmth, Texture, and Sculptural Living

Salone del Mobile 2026 revealed a continued shift toward warmer, more tactile interiors rooted in craftsmanship, texture, and emotional connection. From sculptural furnishings and layered lighting to natural materials and architectural restraint, Milan this year felt less focused on trends and more centered on creating spaces that feel timeless, personal, and deeply livable.

Madrid Through a Designer’s Eye

Madrid is a city that reveals itself slowly through elegant architecture, layered interiors, long dinners, hidden courtyards, and neighborhoods that still feel deeply lived in. After fourteen years living there, many of the spaces, materials, and atmospheres that continue to inspire my work are rooted in the city. This guide is a curated collection of some of my favorite hotels, restaurants, museums, shops, and creative addresses in Madrid.

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Barcelona Through a Designer’s Eye

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12 Top Contemporary Spanish Furniture and Design Brands

Coming from Spain to work in the United States, one of the first things I did was look for my favorite brands and see if they were available in the market. It is always a relief when you find some of the products that make your work beautiful in other continents, and you can still use them here.

Here’s a list of my favorite Spanish brands for Interior Design products!