Above the oak concierge desk, a mirrored ceiling reflects a lamp by Achille Castiglioni and an anodized-aluminum screen. Lacquered panels line the seven-story lobby atrium. 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