Decorate your home for cheap

Are you fed up with your decoration and need new ideas to make your house modern and much more pleasant to live in? Or maybe you just moved into a new home and want to personalize the space? Here you will find a lot of great tips to decorate your home for cheap! The best part? You don't have to be necesarily good at handiwork to do all of these...

Furniture

You can either buy new stuff, make new from old furniture or even build your own from raw materials.

Invisible bookshelf

You have books but no bookshelf? So where are you going to put them? Think about it: real bookshelves are quite expensive and they also take a lot of space. With this really cheap and amazing invisible bookshelf, you can just have your books on the wall, no extras! Look how easy it is: all you need is a wall, this metal thing you can find in handiwork shops, a screwdriver, glue and a book you don't want to read anymore because you'll need to stick it.

Paletts' couch and table

It can seem crazy and not aesthetic at all but once it's painted and covered with cushions, it's very stylish! Everything you'll need is paletts, glue, painting or varnish and cushions (you can add little wheels if you want) and friends to sit there with you!
Tip: On the picture the couch is outside but you can of course put it inside too!

Big old bobbin table

All you'll need is a big old bobbin, painting or varnish. To make it a little fancier, you can add a glass on the top or even tiles! Look! These people made the bobbin table AND the paletts couch!
Good at DIY ? Try to make this one: a bobbin bar!

Furniture made out of Cardboard

Did you even know it exists? Cardboard furniture! You can buy it online but it won't be cheap... Or you can realize them yourself with old cardboard boxes you'd find! To make them, you will need certain things like :

• cardboard
• a meter and long flat ruler
• a square
• a pencil
• a cutter and long cutting pliers (or scissors)
• a jig-saw and some blades
• a hot glue gun and hot glue sticks
• a roll of gummed kraft paper
• a sanding block and sandpaper

Accessories

Sometimes your home just needs to be a little modernized with new things. It does not take much time and you can either find these in shops for quite cheap or make some of these things on your own.

Carpet

Ok, no misunderstanding here! When I say carpet I don't mean the kind of carpets you can find at your grandma's place. There are trendy graphic carpets that can make your home modern and elegant at the same time!

Mirror

Mirrors aren't only for people to look at themselves in, they can be used to make the illusion of a bigger room or simply to improve the decoration.
Tip: Think about having mirrors with frames: more classy and decorative than simple mirrors.

Stickers

With stickers you can actually do everything easily like cover furniture, put them on the walls, doors and even stairs! In brief, you can stick them everywhere to refresh your interior!

Plants

Good for health AND decorative, plants can be cheap and there are easy to find!
You don't have the green thumb? Think about succulent plants: they are real survivors (they don't need much to stay alive), beautiful and you can find them everywhere!
Good at DIY? Try this very easy Ikea Succulent Table Hack by Nifty!

Flowerpots

If you have plants, you will need flowerpots for sure for the aesthetic part! And the good part is that you don't actually need to buy real flowerpots, look at these ones, they are just baskets with plants in it!

Cushions and Curtains

Having colourful cushions and curtains make a place look more joyful! If you don't like multicolor furniture and colorful walls and you like to have almost everything white, grey or black, your interior may be sad. For me, the simplest solution is to have little touches of colours in your house like curtains, cushions, blankets, lamps...
Think about this same living room without the red frame on the wall and the colorful cushions.. Isn't it sader?

Environment

It's also possible that you need bigger changes than the ones before such as changing the color of your walls or flooring... Don't worry, we also have good tips for that!

Paint or repaint your parquet

No need for more explanations here, all you need is :

• a special painting for wood
• sand paper
• a spatula
• a roller
• a brush

Let's renew your parquet, this little video may help you!

Wallpaper with newspapers

Tapestry is quite expensive but think about reusing your old newspapers instead of throwing them away, it won't cost you anything!

Blackboard painting

This painting is SO cool! Think about it, you just have to paint some walls or even furniture with that and then write on it with chalks. The good part is that you can erase what you wrote whenever you want!
Tip: Don't abuse with the painting! If you put it everywhere it will be too much!

Paint directly on tapestry

Sometimes, remove tapestry is just a big waste of time because you could just paint on it. For that it has of course to be in good state and a light color is the best.
Which could also be great is to paint patterns on your wallpaper!
I hope these tips to decorate your home for cheap were useful for you! Tell us what you think and share your ideas in the comment section below!

Street Art in Barcelona

If you are an art lover, Barcelona has great spots to observe many remarkable artists! From world-wide known artists to lesser known ones, Barcelona has got it all! Among the most famous artists of Barcelona you can find Gaudí, Joan Miro and Picasso. However in recent years Barcelona has greatly developed its street art and graffiti culture, providing a spotlight for some lesser known artists. Street Art in Barcelona is not a rare thing, in fact you can see great pieces of art almost all around Barcelona. And if there is one thing you can be certain about. It is that Barcelona has some of the most unique and creative street art you have ever seen. From total abstract to surreal art or even fractal or lunatic, Barcelona definitely has some outstanding and spectacular pieces of art. With that being said, let's start with our top picks...

1. El Pez

One of the most remarkable artists of Barcelona is El Pez (Meaning "The Fish" in Spanish), who is vastly recognized by his smiling fish icon.
The smiling fish icon can be seen all over Barcelona. El Pez stated that his art is not about expressing anything, but rather for his own enjoyment and for others. The only idea behind his painting is to share and "spread happiness and good vibrations to the people in the streets".

El Pez art, located in Colombia.
Another terrific piece from El Pez, located in London.

2. Kram

The talented Kram has been painting all over the world, and luckily for us in Barcelona too. Among his art in the street of Barcelona you can also find his painting in the infamous Nevermind bar!

3. Miss Van

Originally from France, miss Van has outstanding art in Barcelona as well. Creating art somewhat between the bizzare and strange with a slight of a classic touch.

4. Vinz

Originally from valencia, his crazy work mainly consist of nude people with somewhat odd additions like animal heads.

5. SM172

SM172 managed to create extremely distinguished art, as he is painting on almost everything like cars, walls, trash cans, doors and buildings. He usually uses spray as its main color and templates for the shape and figure of his art.

6. J.Loca

Born in El Raval, J.Loca has some astonishing painting. He was born in 1975 and started his painting career in 1995. We can agree that his paintings are absolutely marvelous!

7. H101

H101 uses straight lines and symmetry in his paintings, scaling from small to large with their sizes. He crafts some interesting pieces of art that messes with the viewer's perception and sense of dimension!

8. Kenor

Some artist struggle with containing all of their artwork on one place. Well.. Kenor surely has enough space since he is painting on huge brick walls, buildings and large containers.

9. Debens

Born in 1990, Debens has made a name for himself as an intriguing atrist who experiments with vairous techniques. His art is truly amazing.

10. BToy

Using brush and intense colors, BToy is now a well respected artists in the street of Barcelona. Creating magnificent art that vary from small walls and doors to large buildings.

11. Zosen Bandido

The talented artist, Zosen Bandido, creates abstract and fractal painting on a grand scale! You may even notice him standing near his paintings so you can grasp the huge size of his art.

If you enjoyed this blog, and have any questions or suggestions. Feel free to contact us in the comment section below!

Sand sculptures along the beach of Barcelona

When visiting Barcelona most tourists tend to spend countless hours walking the streets admiring the beautiful architecture and history that the city has to offer.  What many of them don't know about are these amazing temporary sand sculptures along the beach of Barcelona. The sand sculptures along the beach of Barcelona come in all shapes and sizes as they are build week after week by the local artists of Barcelona. Every weekend they spend their time working on these amazing pieces of art while tourists walk by and tip them for their hard work on the beach where others come to relax.
The Build of the sand sculpture above is simply amazing, it might not be as big as other sculptures along the beach but it features some of the most beautiful architecture which you can find around Barcelona. Sculptures like these are usually build by locals during the weekend for the tourists to enjoy.
The “sounds in the sand” sculpture is one of the biggest sculptures featured on the beach of Barcelona with its height of 6 meters it is a definitive eye-catcher for people walking past it. The sculpture is based on the “Schönbrunn palace” from Vienna with an orchestra playing in front. To give you an idea of the size of the size of this sand sculpture, here are the builders for scale.
The amount of work that goes into making sand sculptures on this level is incredible. The artists use special tools to be able to create stunning details within the sculptures that continue to amaze people day after day. Making these details can take up hours of work and requires lots of patience as it takes a long time to finish a sculpture from start to finish.
So if you are ever find yourself in Barcelona and are done with walking through the endless streets and feel like spending the rest of the day on the beach or just looking for something different in Barcelona be sure to visit these amazing sand sculptures along the beach of Barcelona. And if you feel that you can do better bring your own beach toys and compete with them. The sand sculptures are located on Barceloneta beach. Does the beach attract you but not the art? Then be sure to check our our beach guide to find the best beaches of Barcelona. If you visit the sand sculptures and found sculptures you think should be featured in this blog send them in comment section below and you might find them in our blog. Samuel.

English-Speaking Services in Barcelona

If you live in Barcelona without speaking a word of Spanish or not enough for people to understand what you mean in certain circumstances, this article gathers some English-speaking services that may be very useful for you! Sometimes it is really hard to find people who speak English when you need some but don’t worry, we are here to help you. For you, we searched and found some English-speaking services in Barcelona!

Doctors

Wherever you are in your home country or abroad, you may be sick or need someone to talk to or even have teeth problems. This is not the best place to spend your time in but sometimes you just have to.

General practicians

Googol Medical Centre

Doctor Steven Joseph (an English doctor) opened this center in January 2005 to help the English-speaking community in Barcelona. Here, they offer a wide range of medical care (general practice, mental health, chiropractic services, body health checkups…).
Bonus: Skype Consultations are offered! Where? Gran Vía Carles III, 37-39, 08028 Barcelona

Therapists

Barcelona Nest

This is a multidisciplinary group of qualified mental health and personal developments specialists founded by Doctor Jill Jenkins. They offer services for everybody (children, adults, couples, families) including schools and business.
Where? Each Nest member has his/her own private practice office and contact information, look at the website at “Find your Therapist”

Therapy in Barcelona

They offer the services of a native English-speaking therapist (Leigh Matthews) face to face or on Skype if you are not in Barcelona. She has more than 10 years of experience as a Psychologist and Supervisor of psychologists-in-training.
Where? c/Paris 154, 08036 Barcelona

Dentists

Deutsche zk

In that international and modern dental clinic located in Eixample, the staff speak Spanish, German and English. They do general dentistry as well as implants, metal-free treatments, teeth whitening, and orthodontics.
Where? c/Consell de Cent 249, 08011 Barcelona

Pharmacies

If you have a problem and need to go to the pharmacy, you probably would have to explain it clearly in order to get the medication you need.

Barcelona Pharmacy

It is located in the center of Barcelona. It specializes in medicines, natural products and treatments, cosmetics and beauty products.
Where? c/Via Laietana 40, 08003 Barcelona

Farmàcia Torres

This pharmacy located in Eixample is open 24/24 and provide everything you would need.
Where? c/Aribau 62, 08011 Barcelona

Farmacia Clapes Antoja

This one is also open 24/24 and is located in the heart of the city, on La Rambla.
Where? c/La Rambla 98, 08002 Barcelona

Locksmiths

We already have an entire article dedicated to the English-speaking locksmiths in Barcelona, just take a look at it if you need a locksmith!

Driving schools

Driving is cool

This driving school may be very useful to you if you want to pass your driving test in Spain while you come from a non-European Union country. It is even better to choose this school if you want to learn fast because they offer intensive courses.
Where? Carrer de Lepant 325, 08025 Barcelona

Driving BCN

Driving BCN driving school instructors teach in English as well as in Spanish or Catalan: everyone is welcome there. You can either go to the place or practice the exams online from home (very convenient if you have a constraining/binding timetable). Concerning the practical part, the instructor (still an English speaker) and you will drive around the six different exams areas in Barcelona (as many lessons as you want, no minimum).
Where? c/Via Augusta, 257-267 planta baja, local 3, 08017 Barcelona

Beauty

Sometimes you just terribly want someone to take care of you… Hair, Make up, Nails... Here are good addresses for you!

Hairdressers

It’s already enough hard to trust a hairdresser with your hair so what about trusting a hairdresser that does not really understand everything you ask? You’ll find an entire article about English-speaking hairdressers in Barcelona on our website but if you want more, here they are:

Ribera6 Salon

The team of this international hair salon located in “el Born” speaks perfect English (the memebers were trained in the UK), love their work and have the skills to satisfy your needs.
Bonus: Student discounts on Tuesday and Wednesday! Where? c/Ribera 6, 08003 Barcelona

SK Style Barcelona

This salon has a highly qualified and creative team who will take care of your hair by using latest technologies and best products to offer you a personalized and high quality service.
Bonus: more than English, they speak Russian (Spanish and Catalan also of course) and you can have makeup, manicure, pedicure, massage, depilation and photo shoots in there! Where? c/Casanova 43, 08011 Barcelona

MakeUp

Need a magnificent makeup to shine at a party or just something natural to feel even more beautiful today? This English-speaking makeup artist will make your day!

Nikoleta Makeup

Nikoleta is a professional mobile wedding makeup artist. She is specialized in bridal, special occasion and editorial makeup. She is a true professional: she worked with famous celebrity photographers and with many international clients.
Bonus: With her you can learn how to do a professional makeup by yourself!

Manicure/Pedicure

Want to be beautiful down to the fingertips? Try these addresses!

Pink Peony

They have three different salons in Barcelona. They are able to accommodate groups, bridal and beauty parties (especially in their salon in Passeig de Gracia which is very big).
Where? c/Perill 21-23, bajos 2°, 08012 Barcelona // Passeig de Gracia, 100, Principal, 08008 Barcelona // c/Mandri, 62, bajos 2, 08022 Barcelona

French Kiss Beauty

In this Beauty Salon, you will find an attentive and professional team (in a very clean environment!) who will be happy to welcome you with or without appointment.
Where? Avinguda del Portal de l'Àngel, 23 1º Planta, 08002 Barcelona // c/Aragó 371, 08009 Barcelona // c/Gran de Sant Andreu 316, 08030 Barcelona

NIE

If you want to live permanently or to work in Barcelona you will definitely need to get a NIE. Even if you will finally learn Spanish, you will have to do your NIE at the beginning thus, it will be easier for you to see an English-speaking person to ask questions and get your NIE.

NIE Barcelona

It helps you get your NIE: they make your appointment for you, they tell you what paperwork you will need and they will accompany you to your appointment and translation will also be provided. Bonus : they also speak German and Czech!

Cinemas

The following are not really "English cinemas", these are just Cinemas where you can see the movies in original version with subtitles in Spanish.

Renoir Floridablanca

This cinema is not new but it feels less "commercial" than the other ones in Barcelona (it is not in a mall and it is not a big multiplex). In this cinema you can come to see both auteur movies and blockbusters! (There are also some restaurants nearby where you can eat for cheap!)
Bonus: You can buy your tickets online and choose your seats! Where? c/Floridablanca 135, 08011 Barcelona

Balmes Multicines

This cinema is a big multiplex where you can go if you  want to see current movies in a brand new and modern cinema with large screens and comfy seats.
Where? c/Balmes 422-424, 08022 Barcelona

Icaria Yelmo Cineplex

This cinema is located in a shopping mall not far from the metro station Vila Olimpica. I advise you to go there if you are looking for big blockbusters in their original language (they offer 2D as well as 3D).
Where? Centro Comercial, c/Salvador Espriu, 61, 08005 Barcelona

Cines Verdi

It is a small mutliplex with 5 rooms located in Gracia neighbourhood. This cinema is a reference for film lovers and it is surrounded by a bunch of restaurants and bar... If you choose a good movie, you can only spend a good time there!
Where? c/ Torrijos 14, 08012 Barcelona

Public Transportation

If you need information about metro or bus in Barcelona it may be quite hard because usually, the people who are here to help you don't speak English. If you just want to buy a ticket, the simplest way to do it is through the machines you'll be able to find at each metro station.
If you want information, try to go to plaça catalunya metro station, this is where you have the best chances to find someone who speaks English (maybe not a very good English but still!).

English bookstores

You will find everything you need in our previous article about English Bookstores in Barcelona! I hope you enjoyed this article and that it will be useful for you, it could be hard to find places where English is understood and spoken in Barcelona but with these addresses you won’t have problems anymore! J.

Household Gadgets - The Top List 2016

Hey there! If you're looking for the newest and coolest household gadgets, you came in the right place. We have gathered for you many futuristic and practical innovations that you can find online or through carriers. These fantastic innovations will surely make your life easier and more comfortable, needless to say they will make your friends full of envy. This blog will present many household gadgets divided by sections. You may expect anything from bathroom, kitchen, living room, bedroom and even outdoor. So lets start!

Kitchen Gadgets

Angry Mama

Cleaning your microwave never been easier! Produced by the David & Waddell company, The mama-like doll cleans your microwave with minimum effort, simply put water and some vinegure inside the doll, enter inside the microwave and activate for 5 minutes!

SpreadThat

Are you sick of trying to pour cold butter on your toast that ends up with uneven butter on your toast and you being frustrated? Well this is a great product that uses your body's heat as it is transferred to the knife, which results in a heated knife that is perfect for spreading cold butter or any type of jam, peanut butter or cheese. Moreover is it safe to use for kids and adults alike!

BottleLoft

This is a magnetic bottle hanger for your refrigerator. A perfect location to put beers and soft drinks, moreover it allows you to utilize more room in your fridge. Efficient and easy to use, this is a genius addition for any fridge.

Gogogu vegetable spiral slicer

Using this tool you can quickly pill and slice various range of vegetables into a pasta-like strings. It is perfect to give your food a fancy look and more important, it is very simple to operate.

OXO Meat Tenderizer

A perfect tool for meat, beef and stakes which allows you to pound the meat for even cooking. It is simply to use and have an elegant style.

Showerhead Gadgets

EvaDrop

This is a smart and automatic solution for water saving while enjoying your desired water temperature. Using a unique sensor system, EvaDrop adjusts the water flow based on what your are doing in the shower without affecting the shower experience. You can even connect the gadget to an app, allowing you to track your water usage, set goals, add reminders and adjust your habits. Needless to say this gadget will help your life become more comfortable as well as saving water usage, hence reducing monthly costs as well as helping to reduce global water consumption.

Nebia

This vanguard innovation changes the way you shower and save water, it replaces the traditional stream of water and transform the shower into a unique droplets and shower experience. It is water saving, cost saving and overall seems extremely pleasurable!

H2O Vibe Rain

This is a hi-tech shower head jet with wireless bluetooth speaker that allows you to enjoy many features even during shower. It is easy to install and operate, affordable and comes with enhanced noise reduction, dual microphone and is 3 times stronger than regular shower heads.

Bedroom Gadgets

Balluga

This smart bed that allows you to monitor your sleep habits and to customize different features to your mattress such as specific temperatures for each side of the bed so you and your companion can both fully enjoy your sleep. It is equipped with an anti snoring system that changes the angel in which you sleep as snoring is detected. And of course it is completely manageable via your smartphone.

Chargers

Cove

An elegant decorative USB charging station. It looks great and can offer a simple and clean room for up to 5 devices in one spot.

Shine

Shine by voltaic system is a combination of solar light, usb charger and a flash light. It is a great solution whether you are planning to take a trip to a remote location where there is no electricity at all or in case of emergency when power is off. It is designed for daily usage however in case of emergency it becomes extremely necessary, in addition it is also waterproof. With capacity for over 30 hours, this is a great solution for charging up your electronic devices.

Alarm Clock

Ruggie

Some of us know the struggle of waking up in the morning and hitting the snooze button just to stay a bit longer in our comfy bed. Now you can make yourself wake up earlier and earn valuable time to the rest of the day. Ruggie is a special alarm clock that force you to get out of bed and stand for three seconds in order to turn it of. In addition, it provides a great way to monitor your health, weight and start your day on a bright side with special motivational quotes.

Decoration - Lamps

WAT Lamps

The WAT lamp has the outstanding ability to generate light when you fuel it with water. This futuristic lamp combines the water with a hydroelectric battery to generate an electro-chemical reaction that lights it up.

Nymph coconut shell projection lamps

These lamps have a mesmerizing art to them. It is enough to look at these decors to understand their effects. It looks amazing and can give your living room or bedroom its final touch. turning from an ordinary room to an extra-ordinary one.

Security Gadgets

Korner

An affordable and excellent security system that can be used for your house or as part as a neighborhood watch. The security product is protable, easy to install and remove and has an area range that is more than satisfying! A perfect and affordable to protect your property!

Tapplock

This unique spy-gadget lock can be unlocked using your own finger print or by using the mobile app on your smartphone, it is water resistant, the battery capacity can last up to six months and more importantly, you can easily grant access to particular people and prohibit it later on.

Smart home systems

Oomi cube

This gadget will turn your house to a smart home that does most of the job remotely and automatically. Eventually making more time for your activities or leisure. Simple and Easy to set up, even your elders who are completely afraid of technology (technophobia) can set and adjust their smart home without difficulties.

Ivee

Ivee is a smart home system that will sure make your life easier to manage. It communicate using vocal recognition, and can adjust your house climate, set reminders and alarm clock, monitor and improve your daily routines, communicate with other household gadgets like lighting and vacuum and much more.

Other

Fontus

This amazing innovation extracts humidity from the air and condenses it into water. It can be great for in-door as well as out-door purposes and produce up to 0.5 liters of water during an hour. Moreover, it can fill the entire bottle under an hour in more humid climates.

LG Twin washing machine

This washing machine has a true elegant style, however what is more amazing about this washer is its distinguished ability to operate at the same time due to its mini-washer. This allowing the user to operate simultaneously or individually, with such an elegant and efficient innovation. You will finish your laundry in no-time!

Coltrin Central Vacuum System

No more need to have a dust pan! Because with this revolutionary system you can simply swap the dust near the VacPan and all of your dirt will end up in your garage. A perfect solution for an easy and automatic way to clean your house!

Bluesmart

This is the first smart carry-on suitecase that can connect to your smartphone. It is equipped with many features such as digital lock, location tracking in case you ever lose your baggade, proximity sensors, built-in barretty that can charge up your phone six times over, even more it has a built-in digital scale that will state exactly how much does your luggage weights.

GazeBox retractable garage

Whether at home or at remote locations, this portable extra shell can provide the best protection to your car. It has led lights for night time, solar panels, air conditioners, fans, alarms and vacuum cleaners. For more informatinn check gazebox site.

Holus Interactive Holographic Display

This futuristic product is perhaps the next generation of communication. With many features such as hosting games, making face to face holographic calls, watching movies and suitable for 3D printing. Did we mention it uses an Emotiv Brain Sensor to control objects in Holus with your mind? This is truly a revolutionary product.

Transparent Television

The transparent television designed combines conventional LCD and the latest TOLED display technology. It allows to create non-transparent as well as solid moving pictures with rich color reproduction and full contrast range from solid black to pristine white! Such a marvelous piece of technology.

Booklight

This product has integrated LED in a plastic body and is great for people who read a lot and need a discreet light over their pages. You can adjust the brighness of the laight of course.

Led Ceiling

LED Ceiling allows you to create actual painting on the ceiling with light. What a Great way for showing off your artistic side!
We hope you enjoyed our top list of household gadgets! Do you have any suggestion or feedback on one of the products? Let us know what you think in the comment section below!

Room of Riddles

Hello there! If you haven't heard about the new escape room in Barcelona, today we feature the new thrilling experience of "Room of Riddles"! The escape room activity a great experience for kids and adults alike. Whether you are coming as a whole family, a couple who wish to enhance their communication skills, a group of friends or work colleges who are simply looking for a fun activity. This experience is perfect for you.
The escape room offers two rooms you can choose from, "The Art Collector" and "The Harbour Master", both offer the activity up to 6 members per group, where you can either compete against each other groups and work together to solve the mystery as fast as you can! In "The Art Collector" you will have to solve the mystery of the dead Mr. Fabiolo who has been hoarding famous art relics and items in his room. You will be requested to solve his puzzles and riddles in order to find his last will. "The Harbour Master" is a harder room and presents riddles and puzzles that you must solve in order to escape the room under 60 minutes.
During this activity you will have to investigate, explore and challenge yourself and friends to solve the mysteries and enigmas! Together with your friends you will have to solve all kind of various riddles and eventually to find the key in order to escape the room. Still looking for more information about Room of Riddles? Make sure to check out the following videos! English Version: Spanish Version: In our personal experience at "The Art Collector", we were a group of 5 members and managed to complete the room as only 5 minutes remained. During the experience we had great fun and excitement as new hints were revealed. Working together and exploring all around in order to find more clues, helping each other and looking for the solution! We were surprised to see how creative and challenging the tasks were, from Mozart to Brahm, Picasso to Gaudi, The Art Collector got us going for an hour that seemed like 15 minutes. Suitelife had an amazing time exploring "The Art Collector" and working as a team to solve its mysteries, therefore we highly recommend it! Also once you escape you are treated with free drinks and snacks! And you can even take a picture of your team to capture the moment! So thank you Fabio for the amazing experience.
Looking for more information about escape rooms in Barcelona? Check our guide for room escape. So... Do you think you got what it takes to escape the room? Book now at: Room of Riddles PS. It is better to book during the week since the weekend is usually packed with groups. In addition, the company also offers a cool sailing experience that is worth checking out! We hope you enjoyed our guide, for any questions or suggestions... Make sure to post in the comment section below.

Best Hummus Restaurants in Barcelona

There is nothing that can make me happier than a fresh and delicious plate of hummus, however, in Barcelona a tasty well-made and decently priced hummus might be a little hard to find. What makes a good hummus you ask? Well, in principal it is a matter of taste, so of course it changes from one person to the next. For me there are three factors that make the difference between a normal hummus and a great hummus. The First factor is a smooth and mousse-like texture of the hummus. Second is freshness and of course the taste. The third is an important factor, the pita bread. If you are looking for the best humus restaurants in Barcelona. You should definitely check one of the next places! 1. Hummus Barcelona Located in Eixample This is a highly recommended place with great home-made hummus, the menu offers several types of hummus plates for a decent price (8-9€) including: classic, tahina, zatar, mushroom, egyptian beans, masabaja and shawarma seitan. You can also choose the menu dish for 10€! Most importantly, the falafel and pita are as tasty as the hummus. This Israeli restaurant is also vegan!
2. El Cocinero de Damasco located in Gothic  This is a great place with a very friendly staff, the place is very recommended for its hummus as well as its shawarma and falafel!
3. A Tu Bola located in El Raval Another great Israeli restaurant with delicious hummus and a very affordable price of 5€! Definitely worth checking out.
4. Palo Cortao located in Poble Sec Unlike the rest of best humus restaurants in Barcelona, this restaurant features more exotic hummus with a touch of sea food! If you are willing to try new things, this restaurant is definitely for you.

5. Maoz Vegetarian located in Gothic This Israeli owned place is a traditional falafel place with some amazing home made hummus! The pita and falafel taste great and the price is suitable for everybody.
6. Picaparet Bar located in Vila Olimpica This is a great little authentic tapas bar with a really good hummus for a decent price. The menu offers burger, beef, soup and drinks.
7. Jonny Aldana located in Raval an excellent local place with a range of dishes, from hummus to toasts, salads and cakes, you can find almost everything.
8. La Caravana located in Exiample This shawarma and falafel bar offers a variety of tasty meals for a decent price of 3.5-4€ per plate of hummus.
9. Amrit located in Garcia A excellent middle eastern restaurant with great traditional food, delicious hummus and tasty falafel. Highly recommended! However the price is a bit higher than the rest of the places 8.5€.
We hope you enjoy our guide for the best hummus restaurants in Barcelona, and hopefully that you find that helpful and more importantly... Tasty! Do you want to share with us your experience in these restaurants or maybe to mention other restaurants that we missed? Tell us what you think in the comment section below!

These are the most insane properties currently in Spain

1. Crazy Home in Mallorca

This 790-square-meters house in Mallorca, Spain is a crazy renovation of a Mediterranean villa from the 1960s. You would never have noticed that huh? More than a renovation, the architect wanted to make this house luxury and really contemporary. [caption id="attachment_3092" align="aligncenter" width="575"]
Credit: TheCoolHunter.net/Handout[/caption] This house is highly sustainable, off-the-grid, gives an amazing sense of space and place, experiences new technologies (in terms of construction) and is extremely original by its design and decorated box buildings (as you can see on the picture). My thoughts: I really like the fact that we can’t imagine that house used to be different and classic.

2. The Sunflower House in Girona

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db3-Kv-MN6Q This new house stands out for its unusual geometry and its cliff top location. The cubic boxes which made the shape of the house were put like that to catch as much sunshine as possible based on an extensive study into daylight. Each cube has one side in glass highlighted by thick black frames in contrast to the white color of the whole house.
The house responds perfectly to the challenges of the Catalonian nature: it was built on the cliff which is prone to a strong wind in Spain: the Tramontane, with gusts of up to 180km/h.
Concerning the interior of the house, it is totally focused on the views out to the Mediterranean, on to France and the Cabo de Creus National Park which are visible from all three top-floor bedrooms. The lowest floor comprises an open-planned living, kitchen and dining space but activities are well defined by the cubes. The living space is double height and unites the two floors with its full-height glazing.
My thougths: Sun and incredible views, what else?

3. The Schizophrenic House in Alforja

This 330-square-meter residence located in rural Spain and whose ground floor seems like it is a greenhouse because of the metal and plastic actually provides separate summer and winter lodgings. In fact, it is split in two different parts to provide seasonal quarters.
The ground floor is openable and meant to be used only in summer and the first floor is for the winter. The flat roof provides a second terrace for the warm months.
In that house we can totally live only in one of the two floors because each floor has its own kitchen, lounge and bedrooms. The two floors are completely different in term of atmosphere: the “summer floor” has the open frame for the pleasure of the warm season and more industrial materials were used whereas the “winter floor” is really traditional and cozy with wooden doors and a vaulted brick ceiling.
My thoughts: If you want to spend holiday at home instead of traveling, like the people who requested this house, this could be the ultimate solution!

4. Gaudiesque House on the Cliff in the province of Granada

This house was made following a request from a couple who chose a difficult plot on a hill with a 42-degree inclination. The house was made as a cavern to match with the incredible landscape around it and benefits from the ground constant temperature of 19.5°C all year.
A cavern? Yes but with breathtaking views on the Mediterranean Sea and a metallic roof worthy of the greatest architects! That house has two floors: the ground floor is composed with a large terraced living area following the mountain, connected with a swimming pool and the first floor has rooms that have viewpoints above the roof.
My thoughts: I find it amazing, it is almost totally hidden in the rocks and the roof perfectly follows the mountain slope to fit perfectly in the landscape!

5. See through house in Baleares

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Credit: Jean-Luc Laloux, Eugenio Pons[/caption] This house designed by a Belgian company of architects is made for people who like big spaces and a magnificent huge view on the sea! [caption id="attachment_3103" align="aligncenter" width="800"]
Credit: Jean-Luc Laloux, Eugenio Pons[/caption] The architects created a house almost entirely transparent, perfect for relaxation: an amazing rooftop pool accessible by a simple white staircase, amazing views on the nature and landscape and a minimalist design. [caption id="attachment_3104" align="aligncenter" width="800"]
Credit: Jean-Luc Laloux, Eugenio Pons[/caption] My thoughts: If I were living in this house, I would watch the sea all day long while being in the pool!

6. Rehabilitated old stone wine cellar in Galicia

This house has been used for storing wine, meat and spirits and also for providing a sheltered place for keeping both livestock and straw but the architects (Cubus Architectura) rebuilt the interior and create a residence with 3 bedrooms, secluded terraces and a living room.
They wanted to create a new interior while respecting the original volume of the house to keep intact its integration into the environment. To do that, they empty the corner to generate light and they ventilate well the inside of the house.
The house is partially buried on the side that face the road that’s why there are no windows on this sight of the house; it remains luminous thanks to the two large rooftop openings.
My thoughts: I love the “surprise effect” of that house. When you see it from outside, from the road, you would never imagine the interior to be like that!

7. House on the edge of the forest

This house in entitled Casa El Bosque because of the pine forest which surrounds the property. Natural stone, weathered steel and Afrormosia wood were used to build this house. The house has 4 “wings” with distinct functions. The central hallway is connected to the two wings housing the master suite and the other bedrooms while the living room, the kitchen and dining areas are in the two other wings. Casa El Bosque | House El Bosque by Ramón Esteve Estudio from Ramón Esteve Estudio on Vimeo. The main living areas have full-height glazing and sliding doors which open onto the terrace and there is an additional covered dining space connected to the kitchen and main dining room. The features of the house are totally incorporated to it for example the ceiling of the living room continues outside to cover a lounge facing the pool and also a tall wall marking the transition between the indoors and the outdoors space incorporates a chimney for the fireplace! My thoughts: I like the fact that the house was built mainly with natural materials such as stone and wood and that it is combined with steel details, louvered screens and window surrounds which completes the house.

8. IV House in Alicante

This house located in a hot and humid climate and barren landscape was marked by a long period of design and building. It consists of a home that already exists in the center of the field, with undefined surroundings, bad quality spaces and no relationship between inside and outside.
The house has a low and white scalloped roofline which influences the atmosphere of the house by bringing curious shadows inside. There is an abundance of natural light in the house also thanks to the glazed doors open out onto the patio which by the way gives access to the site’s tennis court.
The architects wanted to separate the lived spaces of intimate spaces using the topography, vegetation, solar orientation and visual and their purpose was also to create a comfortable environment with high quality details and a huge material palette (polished ceramic flooring, red brick, white painted walls…). My thoughts: This house stands out of its rural landscape, in a good way!

9. Crossed House in Spain’s Murcia region

This concrete house has an incredible upper floor: it is out from the lower floor by 10 meters with an amazing view on the mountains!
The reason the house is called “crossed house” is because the two floors are pivoted 35 degrees from each other that’s how the upper floor can be 10 meters out of the lower one. The idea of the architects was to separate the upper and lower floors, the ground floor houses a living space, the garden and the pool and the first floor has a big bedroom block.
Contrary to the exterior finishes which have a rough texture, the interior is cozy and smooth with a lot of wood.
My thoughts: This house is really crazy! It looks like two construction toy blocks that are so easily handled!

10. House on the Cliff in Alicante

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Credit: Diego Opazo[/caption] This big white house (by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos) has a gorgeous 18-meter-long balcony with a view on the Balearic Sea. The house is made with concrete for the entire structure but the walls were coated in stucco for the white aesthetic and the interior is also completely white! [caption id="attachment_3115" align="aligncenter" width="468"]
Credit: Diego Opazo[/caption] The idea was to contain the house in just one level, which was a real challenge because of the steepness of the plot but the architects try to minimize the earthwork! Living rooms and bedrooms are in the upper storey (which is the only interior level of the house) and offer panoramic views through a glazed façade whereas the pool is on the lower level, on an already flat area of the site. [caption id="attachment_3116" align="aligncenter" width="468"]
Credit: Diego Opazo[/caption] My thoughts: The architects made an incredible work with this house on the cliff, I think it is perfectly integrated into the landscape! I really hope you enjoyed reading about the craziest properties in Spain... Tell us which property fits you the best, or if you know of other crazy houses in Spain, in the comments!

Here is literally everything you need to know about Jewish life in Barcelona

Updated on January 7th, 2022 So… you've decided to move to Barcelona, found the neighborhood that’s right for you, the house/apartment of your dreams but you're worried that it might be difficult to keep it traditional? Don’t worry tzadik, although the Jewish population of Barcelona is relatively very small (estimates are between 5,000 and 15,000, though I personally think it's more) our guide will tell you all there is to know. On the off chance you're a history buff, Barcelona actually has a fascinating Jewish history. The first Jews came here in 70 C.E. after the destruction of the Second Temple. Their history in Spain is both rich and tragic, culminating in the 1492 Expulsion where over 250,000 Jews fled the country. Although the Barcelona Jewish community can seem small and limited, at least from the perspective of a foreigner from a city with a much larger community, in actuality it's relatively growing by leaps and bounds. Think about it. The Jewish population in Barcelona in 1918 was 100. That's about a 14,900% increase! Here's a really thorough and well written history of Jews in Barcelona. Without further ado:

Synagogues in Barcelona

Let’s jump straight in and go for the most important question, where do I pray? While there aren't many, Barcelona does have synagogues so you won't have fly to Jerusalem for every shacharit.

Cominidad Israelita de Barcelona synagogue (la CIB) - Carrer de l'Avenir, 24

Lively and the largest of the communities, mostly Sephardic, in Barcelona. It houses the Maimonides Great Synagogue and has been the most important Orthodox community in Catalonia for over 100 years. A beautiful synagogue which apparently was the first built in Spain since the Expulsion of the Jews in 1492. If you're in town visiting or new to the city and are planning to attend a service make sure to bring ID as the security is discreet but heavy. The main sanctuary is gorgeous and is located on the first floor and is a traditional Sephardic ceremony. If you head up a couple flights of stairs you can find the smaller but cosy Ashkenazi service. Both chapels have separate seating for men and women.  Located at Carrer de l'Avenir, 24. Barcelona Jabad Website

Beit Chabad synagogue - Carrer del Montnegre, 14, 08029 Barcelona

If you've hung out with Chabad anywhere in the world you'll likely know what to expect. The rabbi (David) and his wife (Nejama) are sweethearts and are in many ways the anchors of the community in the city. They are very welcoming to everyone and organise a lot of dinners and events if you have nowhere to go for the holidays. Their often 600 person Passover Seders are an absolutely amazing and heartwarming experience. If you see the location listed as "Calle Joan Gamper, Bajos 27" you'll know the page you're looking at is old because just last year they opened their long awaited and incredibly impressive new centre and the address is Carrer del Montnegre, 14, 08029 Barcelona.

Comunitat Jueva ATID de Catalunya

Atid is a reform, mostly Argentinean Jewish community set in Barcelona. More info and contacts can be found on their website.

Bet Shalom - The Progressive Jewish Community of Barcelona

Established in 2016, Bet Shalom is a vibrant and welcoming community who in its own words  is "an egalitarian, participative, friendly and supportive community, attentive to its members needs and committed to the ethical values of our tradition." They offer what seems like an endless amount of services, education, community outreach and they have an informative and inviting website.

Mikveh

Sometimes a gal just needs a good old fashion mitzvah and a pure mikveh, with it's inherent restrictions and requirements, is not always the easiest to find. Luckily, those of you looking to purify yourselves and start anew, the Israeli Community of Barcelona has your back. Reservation required.

Mikveh - Carrer de l'avenir, 24

Keeping Kosher in Barcelona

Keeping kosher in a country who's national food obsession seems to be any and every form of pork is a little bit ironic, don't ya think? I'll never forget the day I ordered a 'vegetable sandwich' in a restaurant because it seemed like the only thing on the menu that I could eat, but alas, it came to the table with a great big slice of jamón dulce in the middle! I couldn't help but wonder if pork had really become such a staple that it could actually be considered a figurative vegetable. In a nutshell, slim pickings and expensive. But hey, us MOTs are used to suffering for the cause right? If kashrut is a staple of your life, here's the lowdown:

Ben Ben Kosher House

If you need to stock up on anything from kosher meat to Bamba and Bisli, head over to the brand new supermarket, butcher shop and cafeteria all rolled into one, Ben Ben Kosher Kosher House. (Helpful Tip: if you see any listings for a butcher shop called "Isamar", located on Carrer de l'Avenir, 29, that is stale info, because they closed over a year ago and reopened in this beautifully renovated location). At Ben Ben Kosher, although the prices are on the nose bleed side (Monopolies are awesome right?!),  you'll never have to worry about running out of hummus in your fridge or not having a challah on your Shabbos table. It is important to note that many seemingly parve foods in Barcelona might contain non kosher ingredients, so just to be on the safe side you should double check products not bought at the kosher shop!

Ben Ben Kosher - Carrer d'Aribau, 257

Corte Inglés Diagonal Another place to buy kosher food in Barcelona, although with a much smaller selection is in the Corte Inglés supermarket at Plaza María Cristina. For those of you who don't know Corte Inglés is the most popular department store in Spain. At this location you'll find one or two lonely freezers that offer some kosher meats. It's a little hit or miss but hey.

Corte Inglés - Avinguda Diagonal, 617

Kosher restaurants

Currently there are only two kosher restaurants in Barcelona. Over the years there have been several more but the demand stoked the supply. However, if you are too lazy to cook today and in the mood for some Jewish delights, the Maccabi kosher restaurant, right in the middle of Las Ramblas, is the place to go. Slightly expensive, but truly delicious food, a cozy decor, and fast and friendly service (a rarity in BCN). Locals and tourists alike eat there. It occupies a former bakery from the seventeenth century called Montserrat, so it's quite a special space. The menu is an eclectic mix of traditional Israeli dishes and Catalan cuisine and even American comfort food. More info on their website. Maccabi Kosher Restaurant -  Les Rambles, 79
Another kosher restaurant that's new on the scene is called Shaq Shuq. They are located just outside Placa Reial. They serve typical israeli foods, salads, hummus, pita and lots of kosher meet, steaks, hamburgers, schnitzels, etc... They also host Shabbat dinners every week. More info on their website. Kosher Shaq Shuq - Carrer de Ferran, 15, 08002 Barcelona
New new new! A brand new burger, KOSHER burger bar just opened up this week in Barcelona. It's called Ilan's Burger Bar and it's realllllly good. Conveniently located right next to Placa Catalunya, this is a kosher can't miss! Info and menu on their website. Ilan's Burger Bar - Carrer de Tallers 6, 08002, Barcelona

Kosher catering

If you're looking to host a wedding, barmitzvah, or happen to need some tasty kosher catering for your sexy Shabbat pool party, Taim is the company to get in touch with. You can find all the info you need on their website.

Judaica and kosher wine.

Call Barcelona is a Judaica items and kosher wine store that also offers consulting and guidance about Judaism. You can find everything you need for your Jewish home with an explanation of how to use it. So get that Chanukiah and Tzalahat Pesach and lets celebrate some holidays!

Call Barcelona - Carrer de Sant Honorat, 9

Israeli Food (no kosher certificate here folks, just mouth-watering goodness)

Can’t live without the tastes of Israel in your life? Need some Israeli food in your belly Bubá? Barcelona has even got this side of your taste buds covered. In the last few years a new crop of Israeli owned restaurants are springing up in the city to the delight of neighbours both Jewish and non-Jewish alike!

Hummus Barcelona -  Calle València, 227

This vegan street food restaurant offers a great selection of homemade hummus, shakshukas, salads and many other Middle Eastern cuisines. We strongly recommend the hummus with shawarma seitan (can’t even believe its vegan!).

Falafel Maoz - Carrer de Ferran, 13

A vegetarian falafel stand that has an amazing selection of salads to mix inside your pita, great tasting falafel and a very friendly service! The only problem you will face in this place is that with so many choices to mix and match in your meal, you will want to buy a second one!

A Tu Bola - Carrer de l'Hospital, 78

A wonderful gourmet street food restaurant that offers the unique concept of all kinds of food, in ball form! The delicious selection of balled formed food will surely get your stomach grumbling, making this restaurant a must visit spot.

Ugot - Carrer de Viladomat, 138

Ugot is a very uniquely style cafe with the main focus on "Ugot" (cakes). This cafe offers a delicious assortment of cakes and other meals that comes along with its unique design and style.

Jewish legacy

As we already know, Sephardic Jews originate from Spain (Sepharad) and were expelled from it in 1492 leaving behind historical artifacts, abandoned synagogues and cemetery’s. To get in touch with some of the Jewish history of Barcelona we recommend taking a visit to any one of these Jewish attractions, dereh tzleha!

Montjuic

Translates from Spanish to “the mountain of Jews”, this hill got named so by the locals as in the older days it was used as a Jewish burial ground.  The hill now sports many tourist attractions and is worth walking around on nice sunny days visiting attractions and enjoying Barcelona from above.

The ancient synagogue of Barcelona - Carrer de Marlet', 5

Currently used as a museum, this Synagogue dates back as far as the third/fourth century and was since forgotten only to be accidentally rediscovered. The museum currently there offers a tour of the old synagogue with brief explanation of its history and the history of Jews in Spain.

Barcelona Jewish tours

If you feel more like having a guide to explain to you about the Jewish past of Barcelona, then you might want to consider one of these two great tour companies. These companies offer guided tours of Barcelona with a focus on the Jewish aspect of it and its Jewish sites, definitely a thing to consider. Hi. This is Barcelona... are a tour company that offer custom fit tours for any taste. They also offer a custom made all Jewish tour that visits all the important sites. This tour was created with the help of an architect from the Jewish community and seems totally cool!
Barcelona Dreaming is a Jewish tour company set in Barcelona that has various set tours with an option to set tailor made tours as well. The staff is very friendly and the sites visited are explained with detail, absolutely a tour you would enjoy!

Jewish Networking

JNetwork is a not for profit organisation, with a really wonderful online platform, who's mission is to help the Jewish communities of Spain. By participating on their site you can access their job market, professional training courses and events, a business directory where you can promote your  company, and all kinds of aid programs. It's also a great way to network and meet new friends. If you're new to the city it's a good place to start.

Day School

Colegio Hatikva, formerly known as the Sephardic School, is an amazing Jewish education with outstanding academics. It's located in Valldoreix a suburb of Barcelona and you can find more info on their website.

Meeting a Significant Other

OK, this is not super easy either. I would start with looking for facebook groups like this one Young Jews in Barcelona . There are also events during the year, seminars for your adults for example, where young single Jews from all over Spain meet up with each other. Really, if you wanna meet someone Jewish in Barcelona you'll have to be a bit aggressive, get out there, and look for it. If you sit back and relax and wait for this mysterious prince or princess to find you, well, you'll be waiting a long time.

Order Israeli Food to Spain Cheaply Online

This site, Super Israel, is just awesome. Order any type of amazing Israeli food products to Spain cheaply and quickly. Are you dying of a Bisli craving? This is your place!

Shabbat dinner

For those of us wanting to get a more communal feeling in Shabbat, Beit Chabad hosts a Shabbat dinner every Saturday after the evening prayer. In the Shabbat dinner you can find delicious kosher food and a happy lively vibe that is expected from Chabad festivities. Don’t forget that the seats are limited and reservation is required so don’t forget to sign up for the fun. For more details and signing up click the image:

Your Feedback Please!

Thanks so much for reading our guide about Jewish Life in Barcelona. We'll continue to update it as much as possible so we'd love to hear from you whether you've discovered a new place in the city or if you're a business owner who has opened a new Jewish related business. Do you know of any great places or info that you feel is missing from the blog? Please let us know and we'd love to update it! If you have any questions at all you can always write to info@suitelife.com. Cheers! ~Benny

Here are the best places to buy furniture in Barcelona because a house is almost nothing without furniture! Either you like design, modern or vintage furniture, you will find your happiness in this article!

Design furniture

There are lots of designers in Barcelona who imagine and build great furniture that correspond to a lot of people and maybe to you too!

1. The Kare shop

That store exists since 1981 and has a wide range of trendy products made with imagination and a little bit of craziness. It sells furniture but also decoration. You will find many different things here: unique pieces from little artisans’ workshops but also hardwood furniture that you will keep for your entire life. The real concept of that brand is to stage furniture in funny backgrounds to inspire joy to the customers. My opinion: you absolutely need to see that shop even if you don’t buy anything in there!
How to get there? Passeig de Gracià (L2 – Purple Line, L3 – Green Line, L4 – Yellow Line)

2. Banni

At Banni, they have their own tailor-made furniture for kitchens, bathrooms, closets and chests of drawers with a good quality-price ratio. They offer trendy designs and innovative technologies for their customers. Their team also offers to help you in any decoration project (for a house, company, yacht, hotel…) from A to Z: conception, logistics, installation, and after-sales service. My opinion: It is amazing that their team can be there from the beginning until the end of your decoration project.
How to get there? Hospital Clinic (L5 – Blue Line)

3. Sit Down

You can understand with the name of this store that they are specialized in seats. They are very innovative in order to bring you the best designs made by the biggest enterprises but they also offer you cheaper models as copies of chairs from the most popular designers. More than just selling chairs, they have also a team of experts in chairs for restaurants and hotels. My opinion: I often pass by this store and see the window, I never went in but I definitely have to because it seems amazing from outside! (I also particularly like the name of the shop.)
How to get there? Verdaguer (L4 – Yellow Line, L5 – Blue Line)

4. L’Appartement

L’Appartement is a design expo art shop. They sell really unique furniture and also colorful home decoration which will make your interior look joyful and more than that: original/uncommon! My opinion: everything is original here, you just have to go in and believe me, you will be surprised (in a good way).
How to get there? Hospital Clinic (L5 – Blue Line)

Vintage furniture

If you like furniture from another century or just furniture which look like to be from another century, the following stores are totally made for you!

1. El Recibidor

Before being a shop, El Recibidor is a showroom where you can admire great pieces of furniture. It is not an art gallery but it’s not far from it. El Recibidor means “the entrance”; it was called like that because the entrance is the first thing you see when you enter a house. The formula of this shop could be “reasonable prices + beautiful furniture”. My Opinion: I think the concept of the store to be more a showroom is innovative and different than what we can usually see!
How to get there? Poble Sec (L3 – Green Line)

2. Neu Kölln

It could be seen as a store for design furniture but I put it here because they are really more towards vintage furniture and home decoration. Everything in that store seem to come from another year. My Opinion: Even if most of these German vintage furniture are industrial, the owners try to include items made by local artists.
How to get there? Arc de Triomf (L1 - Red Line)

3. 177 Kensington

Here you can find authentic vintage pieces next to modern artworks and design classics. They are always renewing the range of furniture they sell, so two visits are never the same. My opinion: When you enter this shop, you don’t know where to look because there are so much things to see!
How to get there? Hospital Clinic (L5 – Blue Line)

4. Fusta’m

There is a lot of vintage stores in the Raval and among these, you’ll find Fusta’m: a very charming vintage furniture store where you can buy objects and furniture from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Every pieces have gone through renovation (because YES, they have a workshop for carpentry interior design and restoration) before being in the store either for a quick clean-up or a reconstruction. My opinion: I love the fact that they restore furniture before putting them in sale

How to get there? Universitat (L1 – Red Line, L2 – Purple Line)

Around the world

If you have sort of a passion for lifestyle and design from abroad you will probably fall in love with these two shops I found in Barcelona!

1. Ikiru

Ikiru is a Japanese furniture store that sells Tatami, Futons, Beds, Convertibles but also accessories and interior design for more than 10 years! These products are all made with solid wood from sustainable plantations which are respectful of the environment. My opinion: I am not really in fond of Japanese decoration but I think you can find a lot of cool stuff to buy in that store. And it is the paradise for people who like Japanese decoration and lifestyle!
How to get there? Fontana (L3 – Green Line)

2. Noak Room

Noak room is a furniture store that sells Scandinavian vintage furniture from 1950 to 1970s carefully selected by the owners of the shop when they travel to Scandinavia (especially Sweden). My opinion: Just looking at the furniture, we can see that they have a history!
How to get there? Llacuna (L4 – Yellow Line)

Modern and cheaper furniture

1. Zara Home

Zara Home is well known internationally because it is a store chain which operates in several countries. It specializes in the latest designs for the home! My opinion: This is a store chain so, for sure, you can’t have a unique piece of furniture from that shop but you still can find objects which will fit in your home!
How to get there? Passeig de Gracià (L2 – Purple Line, L3 – Green Line, L4 – Yellow Line)

2. Ikea

Do I really need to explain what Ikea is and sells? Everybody know that store! You can find everything for your home here at very reasonable prices and good news for you: there is one in Barcelona! My opinion: they don’t do in the originality but it helps a lot when you just need basic and cheap furniture.
How to get there? Europa/Fira (L9S - Orange line) or Bellvitge (L1 – Red Line) This article is all about furniture but as you have probably seen on the pictures, you can also find some cool decoration for your home in some of these shops. By the way, there are other really cool home decoration stores we love! I hope you enjoyed reading this article and I also hope you will find the furniture of your dreams in one of these shops!