Federico Stefanovich, a Mexico City–based designer, builds sculptural lighting and collectible objects that sit somewhere between mobile, instrument, and architecture. After half a decade at Esrawe Studio, he set up his own practice to explore balance, counterweight, and the emotional connection between object and user — a language that moves from organic curves to strict geometry. His work has since shown with Ago Projects, at FOG Design+Art in San Francisco, Design Week México, and across exhibitions from Milan to Copenhagen, with his new Salina Collection marking the latest step in a steadily expanding universe of suspended pieces, poured light, and meticulous detail.

Where do you go to find peace?

Nature near water.

What’s the worst recommendation someone’s given you?

Be the first one to get to work and the last one to leave to be successful. I believe in being efficient and prioritizing other aspects in your life other than work is what will give you balance and a healthy mindset for creation and expression.

What's something you bought under $100 that changed your life?

Meccano Construction set when I was a kid. Those kinds of games made me understand building and creation was something I wanted to pursue since an early age.

What's the last article you sent to a friend?

MiLK Decoration’s Mexico City Art Week review.

Write us a fortune cookie message.

Power is overrated. Empathy, love, and care will bring fulfillment.

Find Federico on Cosmos and Instagram.