In the lobby lounge at the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, a suspended PVC screen's geometric motif repeats on the acoustical wall covering behind. Photo by Eric Laignel.
Spanish-born Patricia Urquiola left her native country to study and work with the famed Italian designer Achille Castiglioni. In 2001, she opened her own office and has skyrocketed to fame. This project roundup is part of a larger Interior Design online exclusive about women in design. +read article