Mid-Century Modern

Mid-Century Modern: Lisbon

This apartment might be modern, but the view is all old-world Lisbon. Inside, the living room feels like a 60s entertainer’s paradise, with velvet sofas, gallery-white walls and curious sculptures lining the room. Slide open the wall of glass and step out onto the terrace which has a view of modern Lisbon in one direction, and the orange roofs and townhouses of old in the other. The kitchen continues the charming retro theme, where lipstick red dining chairs offer space for the whole group. The master bedroom feels super plush with a purple velvet feature headboard, while the twin room is a cheerful shade of sunflower-yellow. We love the little nod to Portuguese tradition in the azelujo tiles in the family bathroom. This place is in the modern neighbourhood of Saldanha, a haven of sleek shopping streets and ultra-modern coffee shops. A twenty-minute stroll sees you in the winding, cobbled streets of Alfama, crowned with a castle, or the grand streets of Baixa packed with local restaurants and bars.

Home truths:
*Noise restrictions are in place after 10pm as this is a residential area.
*The terrace has a lovely view but is not furnished.
*You're not in the heart of the city here but there's a metro station a five-minute walk away.
*There is no parking with this home.
*Bedroom three has a day bed to accommodate one and one of the single beds in bedroom four is cabin-style with a ladder for access.
*The kitchen lacks basic essentials, such as coffee capsules for the Nespresso machine, so you might want to bring your own. You may want to ask your host about the specific size.