As many of you already know, one of our passions is to discover talented people in Buenos Aires. Although in the last two years many designers shut their studios (sadly), new ones also came to light bringing exciting and refreshing ideas.
At the beginning of last year we came across Carolina Salom. An interior designer who is a Colombian with an Argentine soul, who caught our eye and we’d love to share her story with you all.
After completing her studies at the University of Palermo in Buenos Aires, she started to specialize as a textile artist by taking a Master’s in weaving techniques, in particular with felt, in the city of Barcelona.
Her first project came in 2013 when she moved to the US and started to create felt rugs while getting to know the textile art world, simultaneously raising her two lovely boys.
In 2019, life brought her back to Buenos Aires again and she started leading other projects as creative director at the most important textile consultancy in Argentina. At that moment she realized how much she was yearning to being part of something larger that would allow her to connect directly with the more human side of her craft.
That is how CSALOM Atelier came to life. Initially the project was set up in a charming little atelier in the cool neighborhood of Chacarita, where she also shared the space with other great and inspiring artists and designers. Today, the project has come of age, and now Carolina has opened her atelier at her own home where her pieces, inspired by the rivers, combine with her vision of design, gastronomy and motherhood.
Last week we had the honor of participating in one of her open showrooms and being part of this unique experience in BA. The atmosphere at her place was so peaceful, the homemade food, the music and of course the exhibition of all her pieces, all worked together to create a memorable moment in our hearts.
As design curators, we can confirm that Carolina has achieved a very personal style. Her experimental handmade pieces have character and are the kind of pieces that can also be considered as sculptures within your house. Wool, cotton and linen in a top quality are the main natural fibers and fabrics she turns into beautiful pillows, blankets, sheets, curtains and duvet covers. Everything is made-to-measure and has her own stamp of individuality.
Currently, she is working on her first exhibition that will feature a selection of textile sculptures with a poetic soul showing a new way to interpret the textile world. The exhibition will be taking place at one of our favorite places in Buenos Aires, Falena Libros. We’re really looking forward to hearing more about it!
If you loved Carolina’s work and aspire to own one of her unique pieces, then we can help you get in contact with her and assist you with everything you need to make your dream come true! And if you want to explore Buenos Aires design & art scene, then book our services by clicking on the Contact Us button below and live the Shop Hop Experience. We're your very own Online Personal Shopper!