Journal

Charcoal counters: why basalt works in Porto cafés

Dark stone absorbs the northern light differently than marble. We explore why basalt has become our signature counter material across Cedofeita projects.

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Coral as accent, not overwhelm

How to use warm coral tones in upholstery and lighting without tipping into kitsch — lessons from three recent openings.

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Designing for the morning queue

Operational flow matters as much as aesthetics. Layout strategies that keep service fast during the 08:00 rush.

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Azulejo in contemporary café design

Traditional tile meets modern espresso bars — placement, scale, and grout colour choices that feel fresh.

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Budget planning in EUR: what to expect

A transparent breakdown of design fees versus construction costs for a 80 m² specialty café in Porto.

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