Where to Go in Mexico City if You Love Good Design and Good Objects

BrandsWalk Creative |
Four quiet places that stayed with us—each one offering its own pace, purpose, and point of view. Mexico City moves fast. The traffic, the colors, the sounds—all of it pulses with energy. But just under the surface, there’s another rhythm. One that invites you to slow down and take in the details. During a recent visit, we spent a day wandering through spaces built for that kind of pace—shops that don’t rely on flash or signage, but instead lead with atmosphere and care. What we found were four places that left a lasting impression. 

XINÚ Perfumes

Fragrance, Architecture, and Intention in Polanco

Tucked into a quiet corner of Polanco, XINÚ feels more like a greenhouse or private gallery than a store. Everything about the space is calm—its soft light, botanical focus, and architectural restraint invite you to move slowly.

The brand’s fragrances are built around Latin American botanicals, and the storytelling behind each one is just as considered as the scent itself. Even the bottle design is sculptural. You don’t just smell things here—you notice how scent can hold memory, and how a store can hold space.

ONORA

Craftsmanship That Lives Quietly in the Everyday

ONORA was created to celebrate Mexican craftsmanship without nostalgia. Co-founded by Maggie Galton and María Eladia Hagerman, the studio blends handwoven textiles, ceramics, and carved pieces with a clean, understated design language.

The store is quiet in the best way. There’s a softness to the colors, and a sense of warmth in how everything is arranged. Nothing shouts for attention, but everything invites a closer look. It’s a place that makes tradition feel not only present—but personal.

ORIGINARIO

Where Playfulness Meets Earth-Toned Design

If ONORA feels like a whisper, ORIGINARIO leans into a bolder tone. The pieces here are sculptural and expressive—forms that surprise you, colors that feel lifted from the soil. It’s playful, but grounded.

There’s a sense of joy in how the objects live in the space. Whether it’s a hand-formed vase or a brushstroke across raw clay, everything here feels made with both confidence and care. You walk away not just with a product, but a visual memory.

GRAMO

Designing Vision, One Frame at a Time

GRAMO is about identity. Each pair of frames is named after a Mexico City neighborhood, mapping the city through style. The store itself is quiet and intentional, with warm materials and simple lines that let the product breathe.

There’s no rush here. You try things on slowly. You notice the small choices. GRAMO makes the process feel less like shopping, and more like refining how you see the world.

The Common Thread

These four spaces are different in what they offer—scent, craft, form, and function—but they share something deeper. Each one was created with care. Each one makes space for curiosity. And each one reminded us that good design isn’t just about what we bring home, but how it makes us feel in the moment.

If you find yourself in Mexico City with a few open hours and an open mind, start here.

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