Spain’s vibrant culture is an antidote to an often apathetic world. It’s capital city is brimming with unique artisanal treasures. A passion for natural materials brings a new dimension to the Spanish craft culture and makes this attractive European metropole even more exciting. Let Madrid tell you a new story of natural beauty through contemporary interpretations of traditional, locally sourced or ancestral materials.
Martin Ruíz de la Prada’s wood pieces require attention and care, during the final sanding he gives the wood a smooth and matt effect, enhancing the material’s natural beauty.
Marta Herrero Arias has always been fascinated by the magic of touching and feeling materials, occasionally incorporating wasabi or paper recycled from textiles or organic waste.
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Javier S. Medina has worked for many years reinventing the traditional craft of basket weaving to create eco-friendly pieces and he offers workshops for participants to experience the entire creative process.
Charo Iglesias’ workshop is where ideas, colours, dreams but also materials come together to create not just an accessory but a beautiful finishing touch to an outfit.
After opening their workshop BuenaVentura, Belén and Juan began designing a hundred percent cotton wallpaper made in a 17th-century mill with no chlorine or acid.
