Old architecture. New rituals.
METT Barcelona / Kokaistudios.
A hotel renovation offers a lesson in preserving character while changing how a space is used.
FRAME published Kokaistudios’ renovation of METT Barcelona on 15 June 2026, recording completion in 2025. Decorative ceilings and balustrades are retained as the project reconsiders spatial connections and views towards the landscape.
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Before renovating a home, make an inventory of existing elements worth keeping. Use furniture, lighting and thresholds to build a fresh experience around them. A garden opening can become an orientation point for the family living space.
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This note responds to published coverage, not a site visit. METT Barcelona is another designer’s project and is not part of the Vivianne Faye portfolio.
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- FRAME · METT Barcelona ↗ (source, opens in a new tab)15 June 2026 · completed 2025
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