About Valeria Ramos Ávila
Val is a designer and visual communicator dedicated to data visualization, seeking to democratize information. A travel lover and unstoppable backpacker, she finds inspiration in her favorite corners of the world, from dyeing textiles in Oaxaca to exploring the culinary offerings on the streets of Bangkok. Since she was a little girl, she’s seen places far from home, and her favorite part is to be surprised.
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Co.Ro. Jewels: Architecture to Atelier
Founded by Giulia and Costanza, Co.Ro. is a Rome-based jewelry brand inspired by the geometric elegance of iconic landmarks like…
The Joy of Getting Lost: Advice on Living Abroad
Getting Lost in Italy When you decide to go to another country—not just to see its main tourist attractions, but…
The Souks of Marrakesh
The sparkling souks of Marrakesh teem with the sights, sounds, and smells of North Africa, encapsulating the region’s vivid character…
Stories from Tennessee’s Moonshine Legacy
Nestled by the Appalachian Trail in its eastern wing, the state of Tennessee, along with a few other neighboring regions,…
Barranco: Lima’s Bohemian District
The Barranco area in the heart of Lima is an open art museum known for its bohemian vibe. The colorful,…
Threads and Roots: an Interview with Angélica Hilaria
This is the story of Angélica Hilaria. She’s a passionate and creative fashion designer who, inspired by the Baja California…
Beijing’s Pearl: the National Centre for the Performing Arts
In the heart of Beijing, the National Centre for the Performing Arts appears as a drop of modernity. At first,…
The Moorish Legacy of The Royal Alcazar of Sevilla
The Alcazar to Al-Andalus In the gardens of Sevilla’s Royal Alcazar, Moorish influence in art, design, and architecture transports us…
Dumplings, dumplings
Dumplings, Jiaozi, Xiao Long Bao, Har Gow, Siu Mai, Bao Zi, Wontons… for an outsider, it can get confusing. But…
Munich Revisited: Two Sides of the Same City
Munich Revisited Two Sides of the Same City On my first trip to Munich, I found myself lumbering away from…
