Berlin Design Week

By Alex Selma

Invited to participate in an international design platform known for its dynamic exchange of ideas, the works presented at this edition engaged with contemporary concerns around form, context and creative process. The selection reflected an interest in how design can respond to diverse cultural environments, emphasising clarity, material awareness and thoughtful expression. Participating in Berlin … Continued

ADCV Awards Expo

By Alex Selma

Set within a context that recognises excellence in contemporary design, this exhibition showcased selected works that embody clarity, innovation and thoughtful engagement with material and form. The projects presented reflected a breadth of perspectives and approaches, contributing to a broader dialogue about design practice and creative expression. Participating in this exhibition allowed the work to … Continued

Talents in Shenzhen

By Alex Selma

Presented within an international forum that highlights emerging creative practices, this exhibition brought together selected designers whose work reflects innovation, material awareness and design thinking informed by context. The projects shown offered perspectives on contemporary design that engage with function, form and cultural experience in meaningful ways. Participating in this context provided an opportunity to … Continued

30 ADCV

By Alex Selma

Situated within a collective reflection on contemporary design practice, this exhibition brought together a range of projects that exemplify clarity, material exploration and conceptual engagement. The works presented offered insight into how diverse approaches can contribute to a shared conversation about design today. Participating in this format provided an opportunity to situate the work within … Continued

Diseño al Plato

By Alex Selma

Framed within a thematic exploration of design in dialogue with gastronomy and everyday rituals, the works presented engaged with ideas of shape, function and cultural context. The selection reflected a thoughtful consideration of how objects intersect with daily life and collective experiences, offering perspectives on design that go beyond traditional categories. Participating in this setting … Continued

Rojo

By Alex Selma

Presented as part of a curated showcase of contemporary Spanish design, the works included reflected a range of approaches to materiality, form and cultural expression. The selection emphasised how individual projects contribute to a broader narrative of design thinking, exploring both context and creative identity within a collective platform. Participating in this setting offered an … Continued

How we are we work

By Alex Selma

Presented within an international context focused on design, work culture and creative practice, the projects included in this exhibition reflected investigations into the relationship between design, behaviour and daily life. The selection brought together diverse perspectives on how form and function intersect with how people inhabit, act and work in contemporary environments. Participating in this … Continued

Light Box

By Alex Selma

Framed around an exploration of light as a medium and material in its own right, the works presented in this context engaged with ideas of illumination, spatial perception and sensory experience. The selection reflected a focused investigation into how light shapes relationships between form and environment, emphasising subtlety, presence and interaction. Participating in this context … Continued

El fútbol (también) es así

By Alex Selma

Presented within a context that examines design through the lens of cultural and social narratives, the works included in this exhibition engaged with ideas of movement, form and collective experience. The selection offered perspectives on how design intersects with everyday cultural phenomena, highlighting playful and critical dialogues between object, context and shared practices. Participating in … Continued

Nude, 10 years

By Alex Selma

Celebrating a decade of creative exploration, this show at the Milan Fair brought together works from the Nude series, highlighting how early experimental projects have contributed to the ongoing evolution of design thinking. The presentation reflected on formative moments, revealing the threads that connect initial investigations of form and material with later developments in practice. … Continued

Wallpaper* New Wave

By Alex Selma

Presented in London at William Road Gallery, this exhibition formed part of Wallpaper’s coverage of the New Wave of emerging designers, a platform supported by ICEX that brought together a selection of contemporary Spanish creative work. The presentation highlighted projects that reflected fresh approaches to form, material and conceptual thinking. Being featured in this context … Continued

SpainaLight

By Alex Selma

Framed within a thematic exploration of lighting design and innovative approaches to illumination, the works presented reflected a considered engagement with form, material and perceptual experience. The projects shown offered perspectives on how light can shape spatial presence and emotional resonance, situating design research within a broader conversation around light as a fundamental element of … Continued

Process

By Alex Selma

Presented as part of a thematic conversation on design methodology, the works shown in this edition engaged with ideas around making, iteration and the evolution of form. The projects reflected a thoughtful attention to how processes shape outcomes, revealing a commitment to rigorous exploration and refinement in early stages of design. Participating in Process 2011 … Continued

Japain

By Alex Selma

Framed within a cultural exchange context between Spanish and Japanese creativity, the works presented in this edition reflected a dialogue between distinct design languages and sensibilities. The selection offered insights into how formal clarity, material presence and conceptual thinking can resonate across contexts, highlighting shared interests while acknowledging diverse cultural perspectives. Participating in Japain 2010 … Continued

Easy Living

By Alex Selma

Set against the context of a design narrative focused on everyday environments and domestic experience, the works presented engaged with ideas of comfort, proportion and the relation between object and space. The projects reflected a thoughtful approach to how design can contribute to a sense of ease and presence in daily life, articulating formal clarity … Continued

Biennale Saint-Étienne

By Alex Selma

Presented within the context of one of Europe’s foremost design events, the works selected for this edition engaged with broader questions around process, materiality and spatial thinking. The presentation reflected a moment in which early explorations were placed in dialogue with international peers, reinforcing a commitment to clarity and experimentation. Participating in the Saint-Étienne Biennale … Continued

DESGÑ, spanish accent

By Alex Selma

Focused on highlighting distinctive voices within contemporary Spanish design, the projects presented explored cultural narratives, material awareness and formal clarity. The selection offered insight into how designers interpret identity through objects and spatial thinking. Participating in this context placed the work within an international dialogue on design languages and regional perspectives, connecting it with peers … Continued

Ondes Disseny

By Alex Selma

This exhibition brought together a selection of contemporary design practices that explored new directions in form, function and craft. The works presented shared a commitment to clarity of intent and thoughtful material expression, offering perspectives on how design can respond to contemporary contexts with sensitivity and rigour. Participating in this context positioned the work within … Continued

Eyes On

By Alex Selma

This exhibition offered an international platform to showcase contemporary Spanish design, bringing projects from emerging creators into dialogue with a broader global audience. The works presented reflected a range of approaches rooted in clarity, material thinking and conceptual engagement, highlighting the diversity and creativity of design practices in Spain at that moment. Participating in this … Continued

I´m in Love

By Alex Selma

This exhibition presented a lively selection of work that explored emotional responses to form, material and everyday objects. The projects shown reflected a curiosity towards personal experience, sensation and the human dimension of design, inviting viewers to see familiar forms through new perspectives. Participating in this context placed the work within a broader creative dialogue, … Continued

Design Circus

By Alex Selma

This exhibition brought together a dynamic range of design practices in a context that celebrated experimentation, collaboration and creative risk-taking. The works presented reflected a willingness to explore boundaries between disciplines, materials and ways of making, fostering a lively exchange of ideas among participating designers. Participating in this context offered a chance to engage with … Continued

Suma + Sigue

By Alex Selma

This exhibition brought together a selection of emerging design proposals that explored experimentation as a shared attitude. The projects presented reflected different approaches to form, context and material, connected by an interest in process, ideas and collective dialogue. Participating in this context placed the work within a broader conversation about contemporary design practices, reinforcing a … Continued

Injuve

By Alex Selma

INJUVE 2008 brought together a national selection of young designers chosen for the Injuve Awards for Young Creators, a state-level programme that supported emerging talent across Spain. The exhibition presented a diverse overview of contemporary design practices, ranging from product and graphic design to fashion and interiors. Being selected for INJUVE 2008 placed the work … Continued

Spain Emotion

By Alex Selma

Spain Emotion 2008 was an important early moment of international exposure for Alex Selma and Clara del Portillo. The exhibition in Japan brought together a selection of Spanish design works that expressed a contemporary sensibility rooted in clarity, material exploration and refined form. Participating in Spain Emotion offered a context in which ideas developed in … Continued

Nude

By Alex Selma

Nude 2007 reflects the continuation of a collaborative trajectory that began to take shape the year before. In this edition, Alex Selma and Clara del Portillo participated again, now presenting work that responded to a shared design perspective while maintaining individual voices. The projects at Nude 2007 showed a maturing exploration of form, structure and … Continued

Nude

By Alex Selma

Nude 2006 stands as a defining milestone in our journey. For the first time, Alex Selma and Clara del Portillo presented their work together within the context of a young designers exhibition, signalling the beginning of a shared design dialogue. The projects shown at Nude 2006 revealed a clear alignment in thinking and sensibility, as … Continued

Nude

By Alex Selma

Nude 2005 marked a year of continuity and individual development. Alex Selma and Clara del Portillo participated once again with separate projects, presenting more defined objects that reflected a growing clarity in form, proportion and material expression. Although the works were still developed independently, shared sensitivities began to emerge. Nude 2005 represents a moment of … Continued

Nude

By Alex Selma

Nude 2004 marked the first entry of both Alex Selma and Clara del Portillo into the world of design. Conceived as a platform for emerging designers, the exhibition became the first public context in which each of them presented their work individually and for the very first time. Although their projects were shown separately, Nude … Continued

Beijing Design Week

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La linea sueña. Invited to participate in one of Asia’s most dynamic design platforms, the works presented at this edition engaged with contemporary questions around form, context and creative thinking. The selection reflected a balance between material awareness and thoughtful expression, offering perspectives on how design can respond to varied cultural and urban climates. Participating … Continued

Design Circus

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Presented within an international touring context, the works included in this exhibition engaged with experimental approaches to form, space and creative process. The selection brought together a variety of perspectives from contemporary design, highlighting how individual investigations can resonate across different cultural and geographical settings. Participating in this edition offered an opportunity to position the … Continued

ADCV Awards Expo

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Invited to participate in a key moment of recognition within the Valencian design community, the works presented in this exhibition reflected ongoing engagement with clarity, material exploration and thoughtful expression. The selection highlighted a range of contemporary design approaches that contribute to a broader dialogue about creative practice and quality in design today. Being part … Continued

EMDA

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Presented in the context of a curated showcase of contemporary design, the works included explored connections between form, material and cultural expression. The selection reflected a thoughtful engagement with ideas around creative identity and discipline, situating individual projects within a broader conversation about design practice today. Participating in this exhibition offered an opportunity to connect … Continued

L’appartamento Spagnolo

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Presented within a domestic setting curated to showcase contemporary Spanish design, the works shown explored the relationship between objects, space and everyday life. The selection highlighted a balance between form, material and atmosphere, emphasising how design can shape intimate environments through clarity and restraint. Participating in this context allowed the work to be experienced at … Continued