Third edition · Art, design and craft

ART IN PLACE 2026

Art, design and contemporary craft inside a collector's home.

– · Palacio de Santa Bárbara, Madrid

  • Ceramics
  • Textile
  • Glass
  • Wood
  • Painting
  • Sculpture
  • Photography
  • Furniture

ART IN PLACE 2026 · Third edition

Art, design and contemporary craft, in dialogue.

From October 15 to 18, 2026, Palacio de Santa Bárbara once again becomes a space devoted to art, design and collecting.

ART IN PLACE steps away from the traditional fair format: works are not isolated in booths but placed within domestic settings, as if they were part of a collector's home. Painting, sculpture, photography, furniture and ceramics share the same space, blurring the lines between art, design, interiors and collecting.

This edition focuses on contemporary craft and its growing dialogue with today's art: ceramics, textile, glass and wood as common ground between tradition and innovation, craftsmanship and experimentation, material and concept.

3rd
edition
~80
artists and designers
4
days
1
palace from 1866

The value of making

The hand, the craft, the mistake, the experimentation and the time it takes to make.

In a context dominated by industrial production and mass reproduction, recovering the manual side of creation means standing up for the time, knowledge and uniqueness behind every piece.

The handmade object is presented not as something merely functional or decorative, but as a piece able to generate discourse, emotion and knowledge: part of a material culture directly connected to art and design.

In the collector’s home

The 2026 collection

The artists, designers, galleries and foundations shaping the house this year. Everything you see in the palace can be acquired: explore each one to discover their work.

Impurezas 000, mixed media on canvas by Colo

The Impurities series is born from the leftovers of an earlier installation: paint-laden adhesive tapes that turn from tool into subject.

At the fair Impurezas 000 · Impurezas 002 (Overcrowed)

Colo

Mixed media

Green Link Lifestyle sofa by Sancal

Spanish-made design since 1973.

At the fair Link Lifestyle sofa

Sancal

Furniture

More exhibitors coming soon.

Follow them on Instagram

Instagram · @art.in.place

The edition, piece by piece

Until 15 October we are introducing the artists and designers of ART IN PLACE 2026 on Instagram, along with their pieces and all the fair news.

Agenda 2026

What’s on at the house

Talks, panels and music across the four days of the fair, at Palacio de Santa Bárbara (C/ de Hortaleza, 87, Madrid).

Fair open · 11:00–21:00

  1. Opening

    Opening of ART IN PLACE 2026

    All day long.

  2. Music

    DJ Mauro Beat

    Live set at the palace.

Fair open · 11:00–21:00

  1. Talk

    “Tránsito. Arte en movimiento” (Transit. Art in motion)

    José Luis Tejedor, with Willie Márquez.

  2. Music

    DJ Mauro Beat

    Live set at the palace.

Fair open · 11:00–21:00

  1. Panel

    “El arte que habita” (Art that inhabits: the dialogue between the work and the space)

    Marta Pascual, artist, and Borja Esteras, interior designer. Moderated by Marta Valeas Castellote, of CAOTICS.

  2. Panel

    “Intersección entre arte, diseño y arquitectura” (Where art, design and architecture meet)

    Cova Ríos, artist, and Blanca Rosa Gutiérrez, architect and interior designer. Moderated by Alicia Santos, interior designer.

  3. Music

    DJ Mauro Beat

    Live set at the palace.

Fair open · 11:00–18:00

  1. Last day

    Last day to visit the house

    The fair closes at 18:00.

And throughout the fair

  1. 01

    Guided tours

    Walks through the palace rooms to discover each piece in context.

  2. 02

    Meet the makers

    Conversations with artists and designers about their processes and materials.

  3. 03

    Collectors' lunches

    Private gatherings around the table, inside the house.

  4. 04

    Exclusive presentations

    Launches and pieces shown for the first time at ART IN PLACE.

Plan your visit

– October 2026

Palacio de Santa Bárbara C/ de Hortaleza, 87 · 28004 Madrid
  • General admission€10
  • Reduced admission€5
  • Under 12Free

Reduced: students, over-65s and unemployed people. Children under 12 go free with an adult.

Buy tickets online

Also on sale at the Palacio de Santa Bárbara entrance.

Groups and guided tours: aip@aluzart.es

Opening hours

  • Thursday 11:00–21:00
  • Friday 11:00–21:00
  • Saturday 11:00–21:00
  • Sunday 11:00–18:00

Press room

Press release 2026 · ART IN PLACE champions the dialogue between art, design and contemporary craft

The third edition of the fair takes place from October 15 to 18 at Palacio de Santa Bárbara in Madrid, bringing together artists, designers and makers in a space conceived as a collector's home.

ART IN PLACE puts contemporary craft in the spotlight, highlighting manual processes, trades and experimentation with materials as fundamental elements of today's creative practice.

A space where tradition and innovation, craftsmanship and experimentation, material and concept meet.
  • Around 80 artists and designers.
  • Painting, sculpture, photography, furniture, ceramics, textile, glass and wood.
  • Guided tours, meetings with makers, collectors' lunches and exclusive presentations.

Archive

Past editions

Since 2024, ART IN PLACE has turned Palacio de Santa Bárbara into a home inhabited by art and design. This is how previous editions looked.

2nd edition · Paper takes center stage

October 2–5, 2025 · Palacio de Santa Bárbara · 62 artists, designers and brands

2025 walkthrough

A stroll through the house.

Paper as material, support and language, in dialogue with furniture, textile and ceramics across six palace rooms.

Living room with a white sofa, colourful textile hanging and round rug
01 Tapestry, sofa and rug: textile sets the rhythm
Room with a curved sofa, works on paper and lacquered side tables
02 The grand salon, with graphic works and lacquered pieces
Room with fireplace, framed works and designer armchairs
03 Fireplace, framed works and signature armchairs
Purple and blue lacquered sculptural tables in front of a curved sofa
04 Sculptural furniture among works on paper
Living room with ceramic lamps, a large work on paper and a dining area
05 From living room to dining room, within the collection
Room with a white table football and a large black and white drawing
06 The games room, presided over by a large drawing
2025 program

ART IN PLACE · Program

Palacio de Santa Bárbara · Oct 2–5

  • Talk — Fiona Ferrer x Inés Alonso · Animation in Art
  • Launch — Snoopy special edition tableware with Fiona Ferrer
  • Talk — Pascua Ortega x Oliva Arauna · Art & Interior Design
  • Victoria Beer + DJ (Mauro Beat)
  • Guided tour — Marta Valea Castellote (Caotics) + artists/designers
  • Saint Clair toast + DJ (Mauro Beat)
  • Talk — Mar Vera x Oliver Ayllón · Art & Real Estate Value

Limited capacity · RSVP: aip@aluzart.es

Oct 2–5 · Palacio de Santa Bárbara (Hortaleza 87, Madrid)

2025 artists and brands 62
2025 press release

ART IN PLACE 2025 turned Palacio de Santa Bárbara into a collector's home. Paper unfolded as a sculptural material and graphic support in dialogue with design, interiors and functional objects.

From October 2 to 5, 2025, ART IN PLACE returns to the heart of Madrid with an experience that fuses art, design, and interiors. The fair activates six palace salons with sculptures, paintings, photographs, collages, ceramics, textiles, and furniture that showcase the contemporary power of paper.

The event consolidates itself as a meeting point for artists, designers, gallerists, collectors, and art lovers seeking fresh perspectives in a real environment. Installations invite visitors to live with art on a domestic scale, connecting with editorial and lifestyle trends.

“The fair turns every room into a habitable space where paper, design pieces, and interiors converse in an enveloping atmosphere,” highlights the curatorial team.
  • Guided visits, professional meet-ups, and exclusive presentations.
  • Collector lunches, wine tastings, and activations in every salon.
  • An eclectic selection featuring iconic names and emerging talent.
2025 hours and tickets
  • Thursday 2 Oct11:00–19:00
  • Friday 3 Oct11:00–20:00
  • Saturday 4 Oct11:00–21:00
  • Sunday 5 Oct11:00–18:00

General admission €10 · reduced €5.

1st edition · The collector's home

The first edition gathered over 80 creators and proved an immersive model inspired by the best interior design editorials.

ART IN PLACE 2026 · Practical information

Frequently asked questions

What is ART IN PLACE?

ART IN PLACE is a boutique art, design and contemporary craft fair held at Palacio de Santa Bárbara in Madrid. Works are not shown in booths but placed within domestic settings, as if they were part of a collector's home.

When is ART IN PLACE 2026?

The third edition runs from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 October 2026.

What are the opening hours of ART IN PLACE 2026?

Thursday 15, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October, 11:00 to 21:00. Sunday 18 October, 11:00 to 18:00.

Where is ART IN PLACE held?

At Palacio de Santa Bárbara, Calle de Hortaleza 87, 28004 Madrid, in the Chueca-Justicia neighbourhood. The nearest metro stations are Alonso Martínez and Tribunal.

What can I see at the 2026 edition?

Around 80 artists and designers working in painting, sculpture, photography, furniture, ceramics, textile, glass and wood. This edition focuses on contemporary craft and its dialogue with today's art. The 2026 exhibitors include Ana Cañas, Angi.lo, Aurora Couret, Belén Barbero, Biel M. Panizza, Colo, Cristina Mur, Elleny Gherghe, Eva Menezz, Fundación DEARTE, Jorge Flores, La Sala Holográfica, Lilita Design, Paola Bragado, Pupcha, Sancal and Viridian.

Are there activities during the fair?

Yes: guided tours, meetings with artists and designers, collectors' lunches and exclusive presentations. The detailed program will be published on this website.

How much are tickets and where can I buy them?

General admission is €10 and reduced admission €5 (students, over-65s and unemployed people). Children under 12 go free with an adult. Tickets can be bought online at artinplace.es/tickets.html and at the Palacio de Santa Bárbara entrance. For groups and guided tours, write to aip@aluzart.es.

Who organises ART IN PLACE?

ART IN PLACE is an initiative by Art Fairs, Too Many Friends and Aluz. Art Fairs runs JUSTMAD (18th edition in 2027), SUMMA, SUMMA Mallorca (3rd edition in 2027), MADRIDFOTO and JUSTLX, and in November 2026 holds the first edition of JUSTQRO in Querétaro (Mexico). Partners: Manero and Cervezas Victoria.

How many editions has ART IN PLACE had?

2026 is the third edition. The first took place in 2024 and the second, dedicated to paper, ran from 2 to 5 October 2025.

How can journalists get in touch?

Press contact: bp@aluzart.es. The 2026 press release and official images can be downloaded from the press section of this website.

Organizers

An initiative by Art Fairs, Too Many Friends and Aluz. Art Fairs runs JUSTMAD, which holds its 18th edition in 2027; SUMMA (3 editions); SUMMA Mallorca (2 editions, the 3rd in 2027); MADRIDFOTO and JUSTLX. In November 2026 it launches JUSTQRO, the first edition of its new fair in Querétaro (Mexico).

Art Fairs Aluz