01/22/2026
During Paris DECO OFF, Loro Piana transformed a private Paris apartment into a temporary showroom — a space that felt as much lived-in as it was curated.
The apartment belongs to artist Candida Romero, who opened her home for the week, while also providing visitors with a preview of her latest art series alongside the Loro Piana collection. We learned that the apartment itself was built by Gustave Eiffel, using materials from the Eiffel Tower — a quiet architectural detail that made the experience even more remarkable!
Ili also learned that Candida is from Puerto Rico, where Ili grew up, creating an unexpected and deeply personal connection. We left with three of her pieces that now carry the memory of the space, the story, and the exchange that unfolded there.
A reminder that the most meaningful design moments are layered: architecture, art, history, and human connection.
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