ROPE ARCHITECTURE

by creatives, for creatives

casa nana - santa teresa, costa rica,

I was invited to co-create a visionary boutique hotel emerging in the jungle of Santa Teresa - a living space shaped by art and creative exchange.Within this vision, I created a series of swings and sculptural rope installations that respond to the landscape and architecture in the process of becoming. My work was shaped by the jungle, the rhythm of life, and the underlying concept of the space. A shared appreciation for natural materials, organic forms, and aesthetics made my intuitive work flow with ease.Each piece was designed to integrate seamlessly with the intentions of the space - not as an addition, but as part of its foundation. Nestled within the jungle, the installations form intimate, inhabitable moments that invite pause and connection with nature, oneself, and another.The project opened a deep sense of freedom in expression through art, guided by trust in the way it unfolds.

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Artistic DirectionWe start by understanding your space, intention and vision.
Together, we define the concept, sculptural impact, and functional purpose. Sketches or small-scale models provide a preview of the design.


Structural Framework• For load-bearing and large-scale installations - safety is a priority. Certified engineers build the supporting structure, ensuring it meets safety standards before rope work begins.
• The framework can be provided by the client.
• We can also work on existing structures on site, creating the rope design on the available framework.


Rope WeavingOnce the framework is in place, I hand-weave the rope around it, shaping texture, movement, and sculptural flow to bring the concept to life.


Material Selection• Marine-grade synthetic rope for load-bearing or outdoor installations. It resembles natural fibers but resist stretching, humidity, mold, and weather conditions.
• Natural or semi-natural fibers for interior, non-load-bearing art.
• The supporting structure material can vary depending on the project location, purpose, safety requirements, and desired durability.

My artistic practice has evolved through the exploration of rope across different contexts, scales, and ways of inhabiting space. It began close to the body - through adornment, fashion, and jewelry - and gradually expanded into interior and spatial work.Years of working with rope have built both confidence and curiosity, allowing my expressive range to expand rather than be constrained by the material. While I continue to explore its possibilities, rope remains a material I feel deeply at home with.Today, my work focuses on creating art - often functional - that responds to its environment while shaping the character and atmosphere of a space.My practice moves between maximalism and restraint, balancing density and openness to create a distinct spatial presence. I embrace asymmetry, contrast and unexpected details. With rope as both a familiar language and an open field of possibility, I continue to explore the boundaries of form, space, and expression.

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