Masquespacio interprets Miami's Art Deco inside the Amiko Gelato ice cream parlour

Known for creating avant-garde designs, Masquespacio has showcased its ingenuity with Amiko Gelato, a 'futuristic' ice cream shop in Barcelona, Spain. Located on a street adjacent to Paseo de Gracia, this parlour is not just a place to enjoy delicious ice cream but promises to be a truly sensorial experience that will transport customers to a parallel universe, where vibrant colours, surreal shapes and human warmth merge in an explosion of creativity.

Inspired by the Art Deco of Palm Beach County in Miami, but taking it into the future, Masquespacio (founded by Ana Milena Hernández Palacios and Christophe Penasse) created a hospitality interior where every corner is a work of art. Sinuous curves reminiscent of the era's iconic buildings combine with straight, modern lines, creating a visual contrast that reflects the evolution of design. The vibrant colours characteristic of Art Deco have been reinterpreted with a soft pastel palette that contrasts with darker earthy tones like green, providing a sense of freshness and lightness to the futuristic design.

The exuberant tropical vegetation that invades the space, with large plants extending throughout the corners, creates a fresh and natural atmosphere that contrasts with harder materials such as ceramics and metal. The presence of nature not only adds a touch of life and colour to the cafe design but also evokes the feeling of being inside an oasis in the middle of the city.

Ice cream, the undisputed protagonist of the interior design, has inspired Masquespacio to create an environment that reflects its essence: fun, magical and full of possibilities. Organic shapes and sculptures inspired by ice cream are integrated into the furniture design and decoration, creating a playful and surprising atmosphere. The pastel colours and soft-touch materials invite you to enjoy a unique sensory experience. Amiko Gelato is a space designed to stimulate all the senses.

The lighting design also plays a key role in creating different atmospheres throughout the day. Carefully selected music accompanies the customer on their experience, while the aromas of ice cream and plants create an enveloping ambience.