While summer may be coming to a close, Spain remains in full bloom thanks to Raquel Rodrigo’s exquisite floral installations in Valencia. The large-scale, embroidered flowers have popped up all over the city, embellishing modest facades and transforming weathered storefronts into beautiful hand-made creations.
To fashion the colorful designs, Rodrigo—whose eclectic background spans window display, interior design, and set decoration—employs a traditional cross-stitch method. Although she uses thick, rope-like string and tough wire mesh, her site-specific patterns retain the craft’s delicate aesthetic.
Aptly called ArquiCostura—a clever combination of architetura (architecture) and costura (needlework)—Rodrigo’s creations creatively play with space and offer a fresh take on street art.
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All images via ArquiCostura.
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