PROJECTS

Barbiecore-Inspired Interior Projects with Castro Lighting

Project Overview:
Project Locations: Paris, France & Lisbon, Portugal
Design Studios: Paris j’Adore Hotel & Spa, IN_CANTOS
Design Style: Barbiecore-inspired luxury with regal and playful elements
Key Products Featured: Royal Pendant, Kingdom Suspension, Charlotte Bar Table,

Sedere Bar Chair, Gio Pendant

Barbiecore-Inspired Interior Projects with Castro Lighting

Just as a painter finds beauty in nature's breathtaking landscapes and a sculptor seeks inspiration in the rawness of life's emotions, interior designers embrace the world around them to craft spaces that breathe with soul and purpose. From contemporary styles to trends, interior designers have the ability to draw inspiration from every facet of life.

Drawing inspiration from the beloved Barbie doll, who become popular again with the release of the movie directed by Greta Gerwig and starring the iconic Margot Robbie, the Barbiecore Aesthetic - an innovative approach that infuses interior spaces with a playful and adventurous spirit – is a trend that is here to stay.

What is the Barbiecore Aesthetic?

The Barbiecore style is a captivating blend of nostalgia, boldness, and elegance, all netted together by the spirit of playfulness. Inspired by the iconic Barbie doll, a symbol of limitless imagination and empowerment, this style embraces life's adventure while challenging traditional design norms. Oh... And of course, with lots and lots of pink!

Get inspired now by the projects below, to create your own project inspired by the world's best-known doll.

Paris j’Adore Hotel & Spa – A Barbiecore Royal Experience

Located in the heart of Paris, the Paris j’Adore Hotel & Spa project brings Barbiecore elegance to life through bespoke lighting solutions. The interior design draws inspiration from both Marie Antoinette’s regal charm and the Barbiecore aesthetic, creating an immersive guest experience.

The Royal Pendant by Castro Lighting adds opulent glamour to each suite, with its sculptural brass frame and luxurious detailing. This lighting piece transforms each room into a miniature royal chateau — where bold femininity meets timeless Parisian refinement.

Royal Pendant by Castro Lighting in Paris j’Adore Hotel & Spa

IN_CANTOS Studio – Rosy Reverie in a Dining Room Setting

In Portugal, IN_CANTOS studio embraced the Barbiecore spirit for a residential dining room filled with sophistication. The project features the Kingdom Suspension, a standout Castro Lighting piece that references the grandeur of royal interiors.

Paired with blush tones and classic elements, the Kingdom Suspension gives the space both grace and power — capturing the balance between elegance and expression that defines Barbiecore in architectural design.

Kingdom Suspension by Castro Lighting in Interior Design Project by IN_CANTOS Studio

Blushing Bubbles – A Contemporary Barbiecore Bar Concept

In this bar concept project, Castro Lighting helped bring to life a contemporary Barbiecore lounge zone designed for social connection and stylish ambiance.

At its center, the Charlotte Bar Table radiates elegance, accompanied by Sedere Bar Chairs in soft velvet and retro silhouettes. Above, the Gio Pendant casts a diffused glow, combining vintage aesthetics with modern flair.

This project demonstrates how Barbiecore themes can inform hospitality design with a blend of warmth, boldness, and visual storytelling.

Charlotte Bar Table and Sedere Bar Chairs by Castro Interiors

Reimagining Luxury with Barbiecore Influence

While each project stands alone in its intent and execution, they share a common design language: empowerment, imagination, and unapologetic beauty. The influence of Barbiecore brings these interior projects into a new realm of emotional design, where bespoke lighting and feminine detailing create unforgettable atmospheres.

By embracing this evolving aesthetic, Castro Lighting continues to bridge interior trends with timeless craftsmanship, offering lighting solutions that feel both personal and theatrical.