Everywhere we go, we see sculptures, paintings, textures, and images that inspire us to create and enhance the atmosphere of our homes. Art is a terrific way to convey what we value and admire, as well as a source of inspiration that adds significance and dimension to our lives. So, how can we bring it into our homes in a way that seems elevated and refined? Or, in other words, how do luxury and art intersect?

Through the work of Carlos dos Santos, combining Art and Interior Design is an easy task. Carlos is a curator of ambiances, an artist whose inspiration comes from beauty, transformative travels, and enriching life experiences. His creations are loaded with sensitivity, elegance, joy, and curiosity, reflecting his attention to detail and deep love for beauty and art.

With a vast experience in Interior Design and countless acclaimed artistic pieces, Carlos dos Santos knows how to capture the beauty of a space through interior design concepts that perfectly complement his artworks. Be it through color, texture, or a minor detail, he takes advantage of the subtleties of a space and elevates it. 

Artworks by Carlos dos Santos

The idea of blending art and interior design may seem obvious, especially in the luxury segment. However, understanding how they interconnect in a harmonious and purposeful way requires technique and mastery. In order words, it is easy to understand the concept, but how does it transfer to creating an actual ambiance?

One of the best examples of an event that brings about the importance of art in interior design is Sleep In – Royal Edition. Hosted in Portugal, from the 3rd to the 13th of April, this event culminated in a curated exhibition of design, architecture, décor, and art. Gathering the most influential Portuguese designers, it retold the story of the already mesmerizing Palacete Silva Monteiro and added a selection of interesting characters to the mix.

Each brand, designer or team was challenged to redesign a room in the building, showcasing their identity and reimagining a time where stories were told differently. Each room represented a specific character, whose story was intertwined with the story of the Palace.

Amongst the invited designers was Carlos dos Santos,  in partnership with AM Living, a high-end furniture brand that combines elegance with sophistication and timeless designs. Together, they’ve created an accommodating yet elevated office space, accompanied by the presence of Anna Justine Desireé, a paper sculpture by the abovementioned artist.

The best part about witnessing such an event is understanding that curating ambiances has a lot to do with knowing people and learning how to provide them with something unique, something that tells their story.

Learning people’s stories is at the genesis of AM Living. The company started their journey in 1962, with a desire to serve customers to the best of their abilities, offering a personalized service that allowed them to customize their pieces. Understanding the clients’ real needs, understanding their homes, preferences, and ways of living is key to AM Living’s core work. You cannot create anyone’s dream home without learning who they are and what they do first. A home, no matter how beautiful or functional, must serve the ones living there and understand them thoroughly.

With that in mind, AM Living paired up with the best interior designers and artists, such as Carlos dos Santos, to create a Turnkey Interior Design Service that is meant to bring your dreams to life, infusing your home with art, elegance and those little details that make sense to you and only you.

Through this innovative service, the company gets to learn about their customers first, and then develop a unique concept for their home or space, based on their style and preferences. The concept will lead to materials, mood boards and other inspirational features that will help their team of experts get closer to what the client envisions. This process assures that every detail, every piece of furniture or décor is of the client’s liking. The company also offers on-site visits to take measurements and understand the space they are working with. From concept to assembly, this is the type of work that is 100% client-centered and aims at proving a holistic interior design solution.

To witness the intersection of interior design and art, pay attention to the most influential designers you know and explore the work of new ones. Additionally, stay tuned for new events that blend art and design in a way that is balanced and purposeful. And finally, find good and reliable interior design and furniture brands that offer integrated services and are connected to leading figures in the industry.