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Joana Santos Barbosa Bookcases

Portuguese, b. 1981

Inspired by the natural world and the rich architecture of her native country, Joana Santos Barbosa’s modern furniture comprises a harmonious blend of organic forms and geometric accuracy. The award-winning architect and furniture designer is considered one of the top 10 contemporary designers from Portugal, with pieces created by her firm InsidherLand sought by interior designers, architects, hotel brands and modern furniture collectors worldwide.

Born in 1981 in Porto, Santos Barbosa studied architecture at the University of Porto. After graduating in 2006, she studied interior design at Central Saint Martins School of Arts and Design in London.

In 2012, Santos Barbosa formed the furniture design company InsidherLand which uses traditional Portuguese handcrafting techniques to create high-quality furniture, lighting, upholstery and home decor. 

Elements of nature feature predominantly in many of Santos Barbosa’s designs, such as the Three Rocks side table, Tree Branches wall lamp, Na Pali coffee table and the Arizona mirror, which was named Best Furniture Design at the iLuxury Awards in 2021.

In contrast, several of Santos Barbosa’s pieces are influenced by architecture and symmetry. The Arches dining room chair (winner of Best Chair Design at the 2011 International Design and Architecture Awards), Looshaus table lamp and rounded Niemeyer armchair and sofa (named for legendary Brazilian modernist designer and architect Oscar Niemeyer) are some examples.   

Barbosa’s designs, which she describes as “falling between sinuous elegance and harsh aggressiveness,” have gained worldwide attention among critics and industry experts. She was invited to exhibit at the XX Triennale International Exhibition, and her works have been shown regularly in exhibitions throughout London, Paris and Milan. Several international publications have also featured her designs, including Harper’s Bazaar (Vietnam), Architectural Digest (Spain) and Interior Designer (UK).

On 1stDibs, find a collection of Joana Santos Barbosa seating, tables and lighting.

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Creator: Joana Santos Barbosa
Into The Woods Bookcase, White and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
A long walk through a Swedish forest beneath intertwined branches of huge trees, was the inspiration of the dazzling Into the Woods bookcase. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Joana Santos Barbosa Bookcases

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Brass

Into The Woods Bookcase, White and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Into The Woods Bookcase, White and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

Into The Woods Bookcase, White and Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

Into the Woods Bookcase, Walnut and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
A long walk through a Swedish forest beneath intertwined branches of huge trees, was the inspiration of the dazzling Into the Woods bookcase. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Joana Santos Barbosa Bookcases

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Brass

Into the Woods Bookcase, Walnut and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Into the Woods Bookcase, Walnut and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa

Into the Woods Bookcase, Walnut and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa

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Joana Santos Barbosa bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.

Joana Santos Barbosa bookcases are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Joana Santos Barbosa bookcases, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original bookcases by Joana Santos Barbosa were created in the modern style in portugal during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider bookcases by Greenapple, and João Faria. Prices for Joana Santos Barbosa bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $12,175 and can go as high as $12,601, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,388.

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