Portuguese traditional

If you have an underutilized space in your home (like underneath a staircase), consider turning it into an indoor garden.

This backsplash may only cover a small surface area, but its asymmetric tiles are the kitchen’s pièce de résistance.

The curvy shape of this pink sofa gives it a fun, playful quality.

Simply Paris The Paris kitchen of architect Joseph Dirand.

It’s a good idea to read reviews about specific pieces before buying them, which can help prepare you for the unexpected.

The result is a bright, Portuguese home designed in a clean, formal style, where contemporary interiors exist in harmony with the house’s historical shell.

From the main bedroom, guests can look out over the Baixa skyline, which features the Madalena church and the rooftops of Alfama and Se Cathedral.

Mixed materials are beautified by natural colors in contrast with stark white.