Vintage décor invites us to rejoice at the beauty of disjointed things.

Aimless wandering with the walker’s attitude, regardless of whether to turn right or left, discovering markets, trades, parks, neighborhoods, people, just walk.

Roaming around cities in a relaxed way, with time for thinking and moments for dialogue, is an experience that generates knowledge, which is as valuable as spontaneous.

When the route take us to… A magic and wonderfully chaotic place.

Balat is a simple neighborhood of Istanbul, wandering its cobblestone streets, being impressed by the reconstruction of its old Ottoman houses, getting surprised with its vibrant colors, it is easy to feel part of this neighborhood. In the heart of the old Jewish quarter, we are dazzled by the charm of its cafés, art galleries, alternative shops and synagogues.

The colors of an infinite beautiful world.

A stop at Café Naftalin K… At first glance it may seem baroque, but its interior design retains a certain order.

With a seal of authenticity that makes it irresistible and a thought-out decorative spontaneity, this incredible place becomes very warm. Its magic lies in a wealth of outdated and obsolete but with a special charm objects.

The effect of an interior design with spark.

Lively, peppy and surprising. A picturesque place where energy and dynamism stand out.

From unease and bewilderment to love piles of objects, some crowded in display cases, others scattered in a lively space.

This trusted and comfortable atmosphere is closely linked to pampering and caress, here you feel satisfied and pleased, and some purr purely for pleasure.

They move on the armchairs, mourn and feel blissful… like at home. In Istanbul, stray cats stroll along the ledges and rest in the cafés, they are the soul of a city that you like because of its culture, its uniqueness and its chaos.

Sometimes, during the route, there are stops to which you need time, time to leave behind past experiences and undertake new adventures. We are back on our blog with a café that reminds us of our first steps. From Café Jozef K. to Café Naftalin K. Atypical places that look like an original museum. Both encourage our passion for antique furniture. We have a soft spot for them, because in our world, in vintage aesthetics, antiques are a symbol.