Rose Is a Rose Is a Rose…
Modernist flowers.
“Loveliness extreme.
Sweeter than peaches
and pears and cream.
Extra extreme.” Continue reading Rose Is a Rose Is a Rose…
Author: Ioana
Hi, I am Ioana, and I like to travel. Over the years, I have called ‘home’ several cities across Europe including Lisbon, Bilbao, Amsterdam and Milan, until I fell in love in Barcelona, where I am based now. I have a twelve-years background in architecture, and I like to capture nice stories, patterns and colours around me. And to live by the sea.
Home Patterns
The place I am spending my confinement days in is a flat on 4th floor. It has high ceilings with Catalan vaults on wooden beams, big French doors at the balconies and floors covered in this amazing invention which is the hydraulic flooring. Continue reading Home Patterns
Shakshuka. Travelling in Flavours
This aroma! There are a few dishes that I will never forget as far as taste goes – and shakshuka, with its cumin warmth, chili spiciness, egg & tomato softness, and bell pepper sweetness, is one of my most beloved culinary delights. Continue reading Shakshuka. Travelling in Flavours
The Futuristic Concert Hall of Porto
The only concert hall in the world with two walls made entirely of glass, the concert hall of Porto casts the city in a new light. Continue reading The Futuristic Concert Hall of Porto
Cota 2000
Above the clouds, scenic views and ski slopes unfold in all directions. This is a great winter destination, especially if you’re into winter sports. Continue reading Cota 2000
Istanbul. Random memories and soul topographies
My Istanbul journey started with no map, no visiting list and no plans at all. Here’s how it turned to be like. Continue reading Istanbul. Random memories and soul topographies
My Barcelona
In most places I’ve lived across Europe, I’ve moved after a few months, two years max. But Barcelona, after almost three years since I am calling this city home – well Barcelona is still fascinating me. Continue reading My Barcelona
Unexpected Netherlands. The Hague by the Sea
“… as the sea loves, with a blue heart and a freed soul.” Continue reading Unexpected Netherlands. The Hague by the Sea
The Lisbon Blues
With cities, it’s like with relationships. You see it for the first time, you like it, you want to know more about it. The spark bursts, and you move in, you start to get along, you get accustomed to new habits. Eventually, you wear each other out, and you move on. Continue reading The Lisbon Blues
Travel in Patterns 