A fisherman’s house reimagined in an original design style
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El Cabanyal is a neighborhood in the city of Valencia, Spain, a port city that hides architectural treasures behind its colorful facades. El Rincón de María Vicenta is one of them. This former fisherman’s house has been restored to its former glory thanks to a meticulous renovation. Antonio, its owner, has skillfully blended the spirit of the historic neighborhood with contemporary comfort.
It’s a charming and unique townhouse, nestled in the heart of a lively and popular neighborhood. Its decor features a checkerboard pattern of navy blue, deep green, and exposed brick. Head to Valencia to discover this character-filled spot, just a stone’s throw from the beach.
El Cabanyal is a former fishing village that was incorporated into Valencia at the end of the 19th century. Its low-rise houses feature tiled facades and bright colors, a legacy of the city’s modernist architecture. The neighborhood long avoided an avenue development project that threatened to raze it. This turbulent history explains the residents’ deep attachment to their heritage. El Rincón de María Vicenta occupies one of these traditional homes, saved by a meticulous renovation.
The house is laid out over two levels and extends onto a sun-drenched rooftop terrace. A living room with an open kitchen and a small patio are located on the ground floor. The renovation preserved the exposed brick walls and the plaster moldings on the ceiling. These heritage elements blend seamlessly with contemporary furnishings. Here, there’s no old house frozen in the past. There is, of course, a genuine respect for the existing structure, but it has been modernized and adapted to contemporary tastes.
The living area is centered around an open kitchen clad in navy blue and white tiles. This subtle checkerboard pattern even covers the floor and helps define the space with its bold design. The warm wooden furniture and countertop contrast with the matte black of the faucet and sink. An original white cylindrical range hood hangs over the stovetop. The dining area blends in perfectly with its green velvet bench and table. This part of the room opens directly onto the intimate patio. The exposed brick wall has been left visible all the way up to the ceiling moldings. It’s a beautiful preserved heritage feature.
The living area continues this unique style, right next to the kitchen. It features a deep green sofa with a houndstooth pattern that echoes the tile. Two large round turquoise cushions add a splash of vibrant color to the seating area. A round ottoman, covered in the same fabric, serves as an impromptu coffee table.
Opposite the sofa, the checkered tile pattern extends up the wall, meeting the exposed brick. An antique wooden door, adorned with a wrought-iron grille, closes off the house and provides access to the street.
The bedrooms feature the same decorative style as the ground floor. Its same graphic checkerboard tile pattern covers the headboards and floors of the bedrooms. The exposed brick wall extends all the way to the ceiling, illuminated by discreet black wall sconces. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The decor remains true to the same original style found throughout the rest of the house.
Although the bathrooms are more minimalist, they also feature the checkerboard tile, a recurring theme throughout the house, on both the floors and walls. A light gray microcement finish lines the walk-in showers. A round white sink rests on a black metal base. The contrast between raw materials and contemporary lines works well on every floor.
At the very top, a terracotta-tiled rooftop terrace features a pergola made of wood and woven reeds. A black table and two chairs provide a spot to enjoy meals overlooking the rooftops of Cabanyal. This space overlooks the neighborhood and its traditional houses.
The house also features a patio, sheltered between two tall brick facades. An old stone trough, likely originally a washstand, still sits at the back of this narrow outdoor space. Light streams in as a long, golden beam onto the bare brick. This type of inner courtyard is typical of the Cabanyal and allows you to relax outdoors without having to climb onto the roof. In the past, it was used to prepare fish upon returning from a fishing trip.
This renovation successfully tackles a difficult challenge. It preserves the house’s history while featuring a completely contemporary design. The old bricks, moldings, and vintage wooden doors tell the story of its past. The navy blue and white checkerboard pattern, featured in every room, gives it a unique personality.
With such rich visual elements, some might find this decor too busy. But for a few days, you’ll fully appreciate this thoughtful approach to interior design. Since it’s a vacation home, you can be a bit more daring than in a place you live in year-round. Each room retains its own identity while staying true to the same color palette. It’s this unifying theme that makes exploring this house so interesting and inspiring.
The navy blue and white checkered pattern in this house is a timeless motif that we can just as easily incorporate into our own homes. Perhaps in smaller quantities so we don’t grow tired of it too quickly. But as a backsplash in a kitchen, a headboard in a bedroom, or flooring in a bathroom, it’s an excellent choice. It’s a design element that’s both vintage and contemporary, one that will stand the test of time without going out of style and will adapt to various interior design styles.
El Cabanyal is one of Valencia’s most charming neighbourhoods. This former fishing village has preserved its narrow streets and traditional houses. Malvarrosa Beach is just a few minutes’ walk from this fisherman’s house. This blend of authentic local character and seaside life is what gives the neighbourhood its charm.
This fisherman’s house, reimagined in a contemporary design style, is available for rent through Airbnb
It’s a charming and unique townhouse, nestled in the heart of a lively and popular neighborhood. Its decor features a checkerboard pattern of navy blue, deep green, and exposed brick. Head to Valencia to discover this character-filled spot, just a stone’s throw from the beach.
A fisherman’s house in the heart of El Cabanyal
El Cabanyal is a former fishing village that was incorporated into Valencia at the end of the 19th century. Its low-rise houses feature tiled facades and bright colors, a legacy of the city’s modernist architecture. The neighborhood long avoided an avenue development project that threatened to raze it. This turbulent history explains the residents’ deep attachment to their heritage. El Rincón de María Vicenta occupies one of these traditional homes, saved by a meticulous renovation.
The house is laid out over two levels and extends onto a sun-drenched rooftop terrace. A living room with an open kitchen and a small patio are located on the ground floor. The renovation preserved the exposed brick walls and the plaster moldings on the ceiling. These heritage elements blend seamlessly with contemporary furnishings. Here, there’s no old house frozen in the past. There is, of course, a genuine respect for the existing structure, but it has been modernized and adapted to contemporary tastes.
A colorful kitchen with a checkerboard pattern
The living area is centered around an open kitchen clad in navy blue and white tiles. This subtle checkerboard pattern even covers the floor and helps define the space with its bold design. The warm wooden furniture and countertop contrast with the matte black of the faucet and sink. An original white cylindrical range hood hangs over the stovetop. The dining area blends in perfectly with its green velvet bench and table. This part of the room opens directly onto the intimate patio. The exposed brick wall has been left visible all the way up to the ceiling moldings. It’s a beautiful preserved heritage feature.
A living room featuring tile and brick
The living area continues this unique style, right next to the kitchen. It features a deep green sofa with a houndstooth pattern that echoes the tile. Two large round turquoise cushions add a splash of vibrant color to the seating area. A round ottoman, covered in the same fabric, serves as an impromptu coffee table.
Opposite the sofa, the checkered tile pattern extends up the wall, meeting the exposed brick. An antique wooden door, adorned with a wrought-iron grille, closes off the house and provides access to the street.
Two bedrooms clad in ceramic tiles
The bedrooms feature the same decorative style as the ground floor. Its same graphic checkerboard tile pattern covers the headboards and floors of the bedrooms. The exposed brick wall extends all the way to the ceiling, illuminated by discreet black wall sconces. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The decor remains true to the same original style found throughout the rest of the house.
Mineral-inspired bathrooms
Although the bathrooms are more minimalist, they also feature the checkerboard tile, a recurring theme throughout the house, on both the floors and walls. A light gray microcement finish lines the walk-in showers. A round white sink rests on a black metal base. The contrast between raw materials and contemporary lines works well on every floor.
A rooftop terrace for summer evenings
At the very top, a terracotta-tiled rooftop terrace features a pergola made of wood and woven reeds. A black table and two chairs provide a spot to enjoy meals overlooking the rooftops of Cabanyal. This space overlooks the neighborhood and its traditional houses.
A bright, planted interior patio
The house also features a patio, sheltered between two tall brick facades. An old stone trough, likely originally a washstand, still sits at the back of this narrow outdoor space. Light streams in as a long, golden beam onto the bare brick. This type of inner courtyard is typical of the Cabanyal and allows you to relax outdoors without having to climb onto the roof. In the past, it was used to prepare fish upon returning from a fishing trip.
Our take on the decor
This renovation successfully tackles a difficult challenge. It preserves the house’s history while featuring a completely contemporary design. The old bricks, moldings, and vintage wooden doors tell the story of its past. The navy blue and white checkerboard pattern, featured in every room, gives it a unique personality.
With such rich visual elements, some might find this decor too busy. But for a few days, you’ll fully appreciate this thoughtful approach to interior design. Since it’s a vacation home, you can be a bit more daring than in a place you live in year-round. Each room retains its own identity while staying true to the same color palette. It’s this unifying theme that makes exploring this house so interesting and inspiring.
What can we take away from this fisherman’s cottage for our own interiors?
The navy blue and white checkered pattern in this house is a timeless motif that we can just as easily incorporate into our own homes. Perhaps in smaller quantities so we don’t grow tired of it too quickly. But as a backsplash in a kitchen, a headboard in a bedroom, or flooring in a bathroom, it’s an excellent choice. It’s a design element that’s both vintage and contemporary, one that will stand the test of time without going out of style and will adapt to various interior design styles.
The neighbourhood
El Cabanyal is one of Valencia’s most charming neighbourhoods. This former fishing village has preserved its narrow streets and traditional houses. Malvarrosa Beach is just a few minutes’ walk from this fisherman’s house. This blend of authentic local character and seaside life is what gives the neighbourhood its charm.
This fisherman’s house, reimagined in a contemporary design style, is available for rent through Airbnb
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