Panamanian designer Sofia Alvarado crafts furniture and objects that combine tropical modernism with artisanal detail. Her designs often draw on the natural beauty and cultural patterns of Central America, incorporating locally sourced woods, woven fibers, and natural stone. Alvarado uses clean lines and inviting textures to create objects that embody warmth, authenticity, and functionality. Operating under her studio name, Fi, she collaborates closely with craftspeople across Panama to preserve traditional techniques while reinterpreting them through minimal, modern forms. Her pieces resonate with a narrative of place, telling stories of heritage and environment while contributing to the growth of contemporary Latin American design on the global stage.
Panamanian designer Sofia Alvarado crafts furniture and objects that combine tropical modernism with artisanal detail. Her designs often draw on the natural beauty and cultural patterns of Central America, incorporating locally sourced woods, woven fibers, and natural stone. Alvarado uses clean lines and inviting textures to create objects that embody warmth, authenticity, and functionality. Operating under her studio name, Fi, she collaborates closely with craftspeople across Panama to preserve traditional techniques while reinterpreting them through minimal, modern forms. Her pieces resonate with a narrative of place, telling stories of heritage and environment while contributing to the growth of contemporary Latin American design on the global stage.
