Quintana Companions do lots to the kitchens they transform, however you’d by no means understand it. Based mostly on the Spanish island of Menorca (land of white sand bays and British colonial structure, not be confused with its bigger neighbor Mallorca), the design agency specialise in resuscitating atmospheric, previous seaside homes.
Relating to kitchen remodels, relatively than taking the acquainted remove-and-replace scientific method, the three companions—Escat Benito Diaz; his son, Benito Escat Velez; and Pol Castells—imagine in leaving subsequent to no hint. And they also introduce new plumbing, electrical energy, and home equipment, and infrequently re-scale the areas (“more often than not, there are top sizes that aren’t suitable anymore within the twenty first century; the inhabitants was shorter 100 years in the past,” Pol tells us), whereas additionally preserving tile work, revealing unique paint, and including simpatico antiques. Depend us among the many enthralled. Right here’s a sampling of their remodels.
Images courtesy of Quintana Companions.
To relax
The tiles and terrazzo flooring are unique, as is the laundry sink, which was given a brand new use and pleasure of place.
New home equipment embrace a Smeg 5os-Type Fridge, Smeg 30-Inch Fuel Vary, Smeg Victoria Air flow Hood, and Corberó dishwasher.
The pot rack is a standard Menorcan garments rail. The pendant lights got here from the native flea market. Discover the entire home in our put up The All-Classic Renovation by Quintana Companions.
Within the Calma Annex
Be aware the adorned fridge: The homeowners had purchased a generic white mannequin that caught out within the setting, and so the designers decoupaged it with previous journal and newspaper clippings and glue.
Townhouse A
Classic equipment, resembling a drugs cupboard, lend shade and an informal really feel to the brand new area.
