Cristina Cisneros is a Spanish designer and entrepreneur, and the founder of a Madrid-based home and lifestyle brand. Her project has established itself as a brand recognized for its delicate and timeless aesthetic, focusing on textiles and decorative objects crafted with a strong connection to traditional craftsmanship.
What decorating trends do you consider overrated at the moment?
“I’ve never been particularly interested in trends. I believe interior design shouldn’t follow the logic of fashion, but rather be built around longevity, context, and authenticity. When a trend is replicated on a massive scale, spaces end up looking alike and lose their personality. I’m far more interested in interiors that age gracefully, respond to the people who live in them, and feel as though they have evolved naturally over time.”
What influences or references have shaped your approach to design?
“My greatest influence is observation. I always encourage those who are starting out to look closely, return to books, study references from the past, and develop their own visual culture. I’m inspired by Mediterranean architecture, honest materials, spaces with history, and places where tradition and contemporary design coexist in a natural way.”
What role does craftsmanship play in your projects?
“Craftsmanship is essential because it brings soul, identity, and a direct connection to the people who create the objects. I’m drawn to pieces that reveal the touch of the human hand, that embrace small imperfections, and that tell a story. These are the details that add depth and uniqueness to a space.
In fact, this same philosophy is reflected in my collection of home textiles and objects, where we work with centuries-old techniques such as block printing, originating in India. This artisanal tradition has been passed down through generations, preserving the richness of handmade processes and the beauty of authenticity. I’m fascinated by how these crafts, deeply rooted in a culture and a place, remain relevant today without losing their essence. At a time when everything seems to be accelerating, I like to champion pieces made slowly, designed to last and to become part of everyday life.”
What would your perfect pair of Cayumas look like?
“They would be timeless, comfortable, and discreetly elegant. I’m drawn to objects that can accompany you for years without ever feeling tiresome, and that only improve with use. I imagine them crafted from noble materials, with impeccable workmanship and that balance of simplicity and character that makes a piece truly timeless.”
What place in the world would you most like to explore wearing your friulane shoes?
“Venice. I’m fascinated by its relationship with craftsmanship, the beauty found in its details, and the sense that time moves at a different pace there. It’s a city that invites you to walk, observe, and get lost, and friulane shoes are part of that history and of that way of understanding everyday elegance.”
