Welcome to EFC. Where Artistry, Luxury, and Timeless Elegance Intersect.
Discover a world where exceptional design and refined taste converge, carefully curated by the visionary Ella Cisneros Fontanals. Renowned for her impeccable eye for art and architectural mastery, she creates spaces that transcend the ordinary, blending form and function seamlessly.
Through EFC Studio, EFC Properties, and EFC Solutions, immerse yourself in an extraordinary lifestyle where every detail is an expression of sophistication. Whether you seek to acquire exquisite real estate, indulge in bespoke interiors, or adorn your space with luxurious decor, EFC offers a gateway to a life lived beautifully.
Refining the art of living
Ella Fontanals-Cisneros' Vision for Modern European Elegance.
For an even more comprehensive experience, we provide options that go beyond construction. From including bedding to dishes and other details, we ensure that each home is ready to be inhabited from day one.
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
We take care of the complete construction of homes, whether from the ground up or by carrying out renovations to transform existing spaces.
CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
We offer the flexibility to choose the desired level of finish. From fully finished houses to those in gray or white work, we tailor our services to the individual preferences of each client.
CUSTOM DESIGN
We take pride in offering a personalized design service, allowing our clients to visualize their home with all the details, including furniture and final decor.
COMFORT PACKAGE
For an even more comprehensive experience, we provide options that go beyond construction. From including bedding to dishes and other details, we ensure that each home is ready to be inhabited from day one.
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Be sure to explore the website for valuable insights and information!
EFC Properties specializes in the acquisition, development, and management of high-end residential and commercial assets. From sourcing prime opportunities to overseeing execution and operations, we deliver expert guidance at every stage—maximizing asset performance, long-term value, and investment returns.
At EFC Properties, we focus on the strategic acquisition, comprehensive development, and operational oversight of high-end residential and commercial real estate assets. We manage projects from inception through execution, ensuring sustainable value creation and long-term asset performance.
Our approach goes beyond transactions—we deliver fully integrated, turnkey solutions tailored to each client’s vision. From identifying and acquiring prime properties to overseeing development and operational execution, our team ensures precision, quality, and lasting impact. Backed by expert investment advisory and a global network of partners, EFC Properties transforms opportunities into high performing, value-driven assets.
Real Estate Acquisition
We identify, evaluate, and secure strategic property opportunities based on our clients’ needs, offering end-to-end support throughout the acquisition process.
Development Project Coordination
We oversee and manage all aspects of real estate development—from land preparation to project execution—ensuring smooth progress, compliance, and timely delivery.
Investment Advisory
We provide personalized advice to help clients make informed investment decisions, maximizing the value and potential of each property.
Strategic Partnerships
& TransactionsWe support negotiations, due diligence, and collaborations with local or international partners to facilitate the successful development and transfer of real estate assets.
Turnkey Solutions
For clients seeking a hassle-free experience, we offer fully managed solutions from concept to completion, tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
Refining the art of investing
Discover Comprehensive Real Estate Development and Investment Solutions
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Refining spaces, elevating experiences.
Our warehouse is a haven for discerning clientele who appreciate the finest materials, craftsmanship, and design to enhance their living spaces.
EFC Solutions specializes in the sourcing, logistics management, and technical consulting of premium finish materials for high-end and ultra-luxury real estate developments. By leveraging a global network of top-tier suppliers, we provide tailored procurement solutions that meet the highest standards of design, quality, and cost-efficiency. Our integrated approach ensures streamlined operations, optimal resource use, and lasting value—empowering architects, developers, and builders to transform their projects with elegance and precision.
Procurement and Supply of Premium Materials
A curated selection of luxury finishes—flooring, wall coverings, surfaces, and decorative elements—sourced from top- tier international suppliers.
Specialized Logistics and Distribution
Efficient coordination of transportation and delivery for large-scale projects, ensuring punctuality and optimal product conditions.
Custom Orders and Exclusive Pieces
Development and management of tailored solutions, including the design or sourcing of unique pieces that bring distinction to each project.
Technical Consulting on Materials and Finishes
Expert advisory to help clients select materials that balance aesthetics, functionality, and durability—maximizing return on investment.
Value Creation
All our services are designed to enhance the quality of the final project and generate financial, aesthetic, and long-term value, positively impacting the asset’s
market perception.
A private collection curated by Ella Fontanals-Cisneros
The Ella Fontanals-Cisneros Collection, which dates back to the 1970s, embodies Ella Fontanals-Cisneros’s vision of building a cultural legacy for the benefit of the public. This vision has guided her role as an institutional collector, shaped by two key principles: a deep commitment to research—understanding the scope and key figures of specific artistic movements—and an intuitive, rigorous approach to selecting essential works from the art market.
Beyond her personal dedication as a collector, the Collection’s growth has been driven by rigorous research conducted by professional teams, particularly curators who have contributed to the Collection’s evolution. Notable curators over the past two decades include Rina Carvajal, Cecilia Fajardo-Hill, Jesús Fuenmayor, and Eugenio Valdés Figueroa. Their historical and critical perspectives have set remarkable standards, leading to both quantitative and qualitative expansion.
This curatorial approach has shaped the development of distinct thematic sections within the Collection, each with a clear curatorial focus:
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Digital Art and New Technologies
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International Contemporary Art
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Latin American Geometric and Expressionist Abstraction
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Conceptualism
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Latin American Modernist Photography
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Video Art and Performance Documentation
EXHIBITIONS
The following are institutions where works from the Collection have either previously been or still are on loan:
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Centre Pompidou-Metz, France
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El Museo de Arte de Banco de la Republica, Colombia
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El Museo Del Barrio, New York
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Frost Art Museum, Florida International University, Miami
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Fundación March, Madrid
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Kunsthalle Dusseldorf, Germany
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LACE, Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions, Los Angeles
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Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami, Miami
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MAXXI-The National Museum of XXI Century Arts, Rome
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McMullen Museum of Art, Boston College, Boston
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Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
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MoCA Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami
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MOLAA Museum of Latin American Art, Long Beach
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Museo de Bellas Artes de Santiago, Chile
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Museo Reina Sofía, Madrid
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Museum of Arts and Design, New York
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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
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Nelson Atkins Museum, Kansas
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Pérez Art Museum Miami, Miami
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Pinacoteca, São Paulo
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Tate Modern, London
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The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis
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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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The Stenersen Museum, Oslo
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Wallach Gallery, Columbia University, New York
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Whitechapel Gallery, London
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"Art will not be
beauty and novelty,
but efficiency and agitation."– Excerpt from “The Art of Meanings” - León Ferrari, 1968
Mission & History
The Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (CIFO) is a non-profit organization founded in 2002 by Ella Fontanals-Cisneros and her family to foster cultural exchange and enhance the arts. Over the years, CIFO has gained recognition in the international art community for its significant contributions to promoting Latin American contemporary art.
The foundation's mission is to support the advancement of cultural understanding and educational dialogue between Latin American artists and global audiences. CIFO provides a platform for emerging, mid-career, and established Latin American artists through initiatives such as the Grants & Commissions Program, Traveling Exhibitions Program, The CIFO Collection, and various related art and cultural projects both in the U.S. and internationally. Since its inception, CIFO has awarded over $2 million to more than 150 Latin American artists and has showcased their work.
CIFO also serves as the guardian of the Ella Fontanals-Cisneros Collection, one of modern and contemporary art's most significant international collections. Numerous pieces from the EFC Collection have been loaned long-term to prestigious institutions, including Tate Modern in London, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid, the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York and Bilbao.
"At Cifo, we believe in forging relationships within the art community. We strive to inspire Latin American artists, nurture their creativity, and help them transcend as artists."
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My journey in design and architecture has always been about more than creating beautiful spaces—it's about crafting environments that resonate with the soul of each place and person.
– Ella Fontanals-Cisneros