In 2004 Argentine fashion impresario Alan Faena and Philippe Starck joined forces in Buenos Aires to create the Faena Hotel+Universe. They found A former granary called El Porteno in Puerto Madero and created a “universe” of opulence and fantasy. The adventure begins on arrival, one is met by attendants dressed in Edwardian gear, who usher you into El Catedral, a 300 foot long entrance/hallway, with 10 meter high ceilings, a blood red carpet and stained glass. There is no traditional front desk, (...) Read More about Faena Hotel & Universe, Argentina (263 words)

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By now you know we are fans of collages and mixed media artwork and when we find artists that fit our aesthetic like Argentinian Ariel Chiesa, we feel obliged to showcase the work even if there is no information about her.

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I like this still life series by Argentinian Hernan Paganini for Catalogue Magazine. For this series the artist built these mini installations to reflect each piece they were showcasing in the magazine. I could totally see Urban Outfitters doing something like this.(...) Read More about Hernan Paganini’s Fashion Still Life (8 words)

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Can you believe the talent and portfolio behind this 23 year old graphic designer/illustrator? Argentinian designer Gianluca Fallone started his career in 2006 at Punga and is now pursuing his own development through freelance. Make sure to visit his website to see more of what he has cooked up.

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