Sebastian Salas Studio

Creative interiors born from the desire to design functional, liveable spaces that tap into the emotional life of their owners is the hallmark of Sebastian Salas Studio. Extensively travelled and with a background in industrial engineering, he works across both residential and commercial spaces. An innate understanding of the hospitality world has enabled him to bring a sense of scale and generosity to domestic settings, while his work on private homes informs a sense of playful intimacy in his commercial designs. That crossover is, he believes, key to the success of his work. ‘Storytelling, whether on a grand or intimate scale, is the backbone of a memorable project,’ says the designer, who grew up in Lima and spent time travelling in South America before a two-year stint in Florence, where he acquired a Masters in interior design. ‘Perhaps given my own upbringing, I have always been drawn to stories with a hint of magical realism, passed down from generation to generation. As a result, my schemes often include an unexpected or unusual element.’