Masquespacio’s latest project comprises the creation of a concept store for Cuadernos Rubio, a traditional Spanish brand that produces educational tools like text books and workbooks, resulting in a recreational and interactive experience center in the heart of Valencia, Spain.
Read MoreConcept stores, disruptive formats, retail experiences: with the world growing evermore digital, brick and mortar stores have been forced to create experiences with a bit of added value. Luckily, Medellin concept store owner Claudia Correa has always been a bit averse to the traditional. Her design store, 902 Showroom, was founded ten years ago on the idea that people appreciate a little extra, and an alternative to the same old malls shop goes a long way.
Read MoreOur series on concept stores selling Latin American goods continues today in Cartagena, Colombia, the vacation capital and coastal gem of the country. While they say the best time to visit is usually Christmas or New Year’s, Cartagena enjoys relatively cooler weather until about April, which means there’s still time to make it your next travel destination. And if you’re wondering what the shopping scene for local goods is like, here are our top three spots for discovering Colombian design in all its diversity.
Read MoreThe Miami shopping scene is not exempt from Latin American influence, with independent concept stores springing up throughout the city to showcase the best fashion and accessories these countries have to offer. For part 4 of our series on concept stores, we’ll walk you through three of The 305’s most exciting representatives of Latin American fashion.
Read MoreThis summer, design studios Cinco Sólidos, Colette Studio and Duque Arquitectura joined forces to open the doors of the newest edition of The Blue House in the San Patricio neighborhood of Bogotá, providing the city with a spot that caters to local art and furniture lovers and presents exclusive pieces with an aesthetic that differs from the local offer.
Read MoreMore than a concept store, it serves as an incubator for emerging brands, offering not just fashion and design, art exhibits, and prize-winning Colombian coffee, but a unique model complemented by frequent community events like cocktails, talks, workshops, trunk shows, tastings, and pop-up shops.
Read MorePart 2 of our series on concept stores continues in Medellin, Colombia, the city of the eternal spring and a place known for its fashion week and remarkable textile industry, with three unique examples: Makeno, Duna and Ocho43.
Read MoreWith the arrival of summer comes a longing for the tropics, a desire partly satisfied by donning bold florals, colorful statement earrings, and woven beach totes inspired by South America. Thankfully, Latin America is having a major moment in fashion, and with Colombiamoda (Colombia’s fashion week) just around the corner, we’ve curated a selection of designers that will bring South American sizzle to any summer wardrobe.
Read MoreAll about Palorosa, a lifestyle brand inspired by Guatemalan craftsmanship that presents tote bags that repurpose traditional recycled plastic baskets.
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