An Interview With
Mateo Bazataqui Garnelo
Senior Designer
A brief background about yourself
My grandfather was a technical architect, my dad is an architect, my mum is an interior designer, her father was an architect, her grandfather was a sculptor, and my grandfather’s brother was the main tutor to Picasso in Barcelona. I have essentially been breathing architecture, design and art since I was born.
I studied Interior Design in Barcelona, and also have a degree in Architecture from Central Saint Martin’s - alongside experience in construction, urban design, architecture and high-end residential design.
I studied Interior Design in Barcelona, and also have a degree in Architecture from Central Saint Martin’s - alongside experience in construction, urban design, architecture and high-end residential design.
What is your design style or specialism?
My style is a mix between contemporary, minimal, art deco and a strong influence of the ‘Master of Architecture and Design.’ I focus mostly on the architecture, detailing and making sure that the whole design is well put-together.
What is your biggest design inspiration?
I believe that the beauty in design is the never-ending possibilities of inspiration and creation. Each project is a new beginning.
Mies Van Der Rohe, Le Corbusier, F.Lloyd Wright, Oscar Niemeyer, Tadao Ando, Charles Eames, Alvaro Siza and the list goes on. These are what I consider to be the “fathers” or “gods” of architecture and design.
Mies Van Der Rohe, Le Corbusier, F.Lloyd Wright, Oscar Niemeyer, Tadao Ando, Charles Eames, Alvaro Siza and the list goes on. These are what I consider to be the “fathers” or “gods” of architecture and design.
What are your hobbies or interests?
I really enjoy cooking and food in general, hosting dinner parties and entertaining. I also like doing water sports (mainly related to the sea) and I am big dog lover, I have a black Cane Corso who comes with me everywhere I go.
