Left to our own devices, we’d probably never think to put “structural wooden panels protected with green paint, slightly blue industrial flooring, painted steel sheets,” and a mix of red, green, and blue together in a kitchen. But that’s the genius of Portugal-based architect architect José Andrade Rocha. In this Lisbon project (featured by Fan a few weeks ago, here), this “universe of conventional materials” (José’s words) combine to create a fresh, open, and bright space. Want to replicate the look? Here’s where to source some lookalikes.
Above: The kitchen is located in a modernist new extension; wide doors connect seamlessly to a gravel courtyard.
Above: The material mix.
Above: The single-wall kitchen has space for a long dining table.
Materials
Above: The “structural wooden panels” that José used are painted green, but the grain still shows through. For something similar, try a green stain like Minwax’s Winter Moss Semi-Transparent Stain, or experiment with diluting regular green paint with water.
Above: We’re fans of Marmoleum—the industry standard bearer of biodegradable, eco-friendly linoleum—for a smooth, color-saturated floor similar to the one seen here. Forbo’s Marmoleum in North Sea Blue is a similar hue. (You can read more about the subject in Remodeling 101: Affordable and Environmentally Friendly Linoleum.)
Above: Metal fabricators can make custom stainless steel countertops to your size requirements. For an off-the-shelf version, Stainless Supply offers Standard Countertops with a 5-Inch Backsplash from $186.55. Photograph by Ty Cole from a kitchen by Murphy Burnham & Buttrick (as seen in Remodeling 101: Stainless Steel Countertops).
Furniture
Above: For a similar long table, try the Keaton Communal Dining Table in Sand on Oak; $4,599 from Pottery Barn.
Above: The dining chairs are orange Mariolina Chairs, designed by Enzo Mari for Magis.
Lighting
Above: For a similar light to the one above the table, there’s the Sfera Pendant Lamp, $1,369 from Room & Board.
Above: The light in the corner is the Parentesi Suspension Lamp by Flos; from $470.
Accessories
Above: A Walnut Cookbook Stand is $59.95 from Williams-Sonoma.
Above: The Stainless Steel Oil Can is $42 from Boston General Store. (For more picks, see 10 Easy Pieces: Metal Olive Oil Cruets.)
Above: The Stainless Steel Utensil Holder is $11 from Whisk.
Above: Similar unfinished cabinet knobs can be found on the cheap at hardware stores. Shown is a Maple Ball Knob, $3.90 from Lee Valley Tools.
