To explore Spain during the summer is to enter a universe of art, gastronomy and culture.
Shapes by NUBA , renowned for its exclusive and personalized experiences, now presents a series of unique experiences that combine the best of contemporary art and the culinary richness of the country.
From the magical painted forests of Agustin Ibarrola to equestrian shows at the historic Osborne wineries, each experience promises a deep dive into the essence of Spanish culture.
Join us to discover these extraordinary summer adventures!
Ibarrola and the Oma Valley: Art in the Enchanted Forest
This tour focused on Agustín Ibarrola and his work offers an unparalleled fusion of art and nature.
We begin at Ibarrola’s Caserío in Oma, accompanied by the artist’s son and a private guide, to explore both the exterior sculptures and the interventions on natural elements.
In the interior studio, we will enjoy a large collection of his works, before entering the Oma Forest.
Here, Ibarrola painted pine trees for 18 years, creating a magical space of figurative and abstract scenes that transform the natural environment into an open-air museum.
Sierra + De la Higuera: Timeless Glass Design
Discover Sierra + De la Higuera, a space that harmonizes the classic with the contemporary, with glass as the main element, creating an atmosphere that invites you to explore the rich tradition of Spanish design.
We will begin the tour in the Gallery Space, where the capsule curated by S+DLH reveals design pieces and offers an audiovisual projection that unveils the fascinating process of creating a chandelier together with a renowned studio.
Next, we will enter an area dedicated to selected prototypes from the studio, where we will be able to interact with the pieces and explore the sketchbooks that document the evolution of each design.
We will end the visit in an intimate, dark space that showcases other highlights from the studio, as well as the collaborative piece we will create exclusively during this experience.
Bodegas Osborne: The Roots of Andalusia
Explore the deep roots of Andalusia in impressive wineries, renowned for housing the largest collection of VORS wines from Jerez.
This experience is a unique immersion into the Andalusian wine tradition.
The private tour will begin in the intricate labyrinths of the 1841 cellars, its lush gardens and courtyards, where we will learn about the traditional Criaderas and Soleras system, fundamental in the creation of the winery’s renowned brandies.
We will continue with a tour of the Toro Gallery, exploring the evolution of the emblematic Toro de Osborne.
We will enjoy a flamenco show accompanied by a tasting of the most select vintages and a special tasting of Cinco Jotas Iberian ham cuts.
The experience will culminate with an impressive equestrian show in the Naranjos courtyard, closed exclusively for us, putting the finishing touch to a day full of history, culture and unique flavors.
Get to know the Sierra de Madrid: Gastronomy, Ceramics and Medieval Enchantment
In the picturesque village of Pedraza, we will start the day with a pottery class by Vajillas Ultramar.
After creating our own earthenware or decorative work, we will stroll through the medieval streets of the village and visit the houses and private museum of the Vallejo-Nájera family.
We will continue the day with a meal at Casa Taberna, where we will enjoy the traditional cuisine of Samantha Vallejo-Nájera’s restaurant.
If the visit coincides in July, we can enjoy the magical Candlelight Night, when Pedraza is illuminated with thousands of candles, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
Shapes by NUBA creates these exclusive experiences for those art and food lovers who are always looking to go one step further.
