At Casa Decor Madrid 2025, Cave by Ramón Esteve Estudio and Núvol by Bolia presented two material-driven explorations of space and perception, each responding to different sensorial cues and architectural strategies. While one installation investigates geological materiality through stone and excavation forms, the other offers a modular upholstered volume rooted in softness and fluidity.
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Cave by Ramón Esteve Estudio.
Designed by Ramón Esteve Estudio, Cave is conceived as a lobby that unfolds across two contrasting spatial conditions. 'The concept stems from the expressive potential of natural stone, not only as a structural material but also as a way to convey narrative and experience,' the studio noted. The space engages visitors in a physical and atmospheric journey using a palette of light-toned marbles and darker quartzites, punctuated by translucent onyx panels and soundscapes.
The first zone, designed to resemble a quarry excavation, employs irregular-edged stone blocks that double as benches and sofas. 'This space was envisioned as a place for contemplation, where stone becomes inhabitable,' said the studio. Natural light moves through the pale surfaces, enhancing their grain and cut textures. In contrast, the darker, enclosed area introduces black quartzite and backlit onyx, referencing the density and heat of subterranean formations. 'We wanted to recreate the emotional power of the landscape, how stone, light, and silence can define an atmosphere.'
The fragmented geometry of quarry strata informs the ceiling composition, structured through suspended mouldings. The alternation of opaque and translucent surfaces, layered with scent and sound, reinforces the multisensory approach.
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Núvol by Bolia.
In the same exhibition, Danish design brand Bolia introduced Núvol, a sculptural modular sofa that draws inspiration from cloud formations. Comprising continuous, edgeless volumes, the piece acts as both furniture and spatial tool. 'Núvol is not just a sofa, it is conceived as an architectural element that defines the act of inhabiting,' said the Bolia design team.
The sofa's modularity allows it to adapt to a variety of configurations, while its subdued geometry integrates into different spatial contexts. 'Its presence is understated yet expressive, enabling it to transform the perception of space without imposing itself,' Bolia explained. Materials and upholstery were selected to enhance the sense of levity, with soft contours responding to natural light and generating subtle shadow play. 'We wanted Núvol to communicate through form and atmosphere rather than excess or decoration.'
While Cave is grounded in mineral tactility and tectonic form, Núvol moves in the opposite direction, toward softness, openness, and abstraction. Together, the two installations contribute to an ongoing conversation within the European interior design sector on how form, material, and multisensory engagement can be leveraged in spatial design.
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