The Quintal Mogi project—encompassing a restaurant, café, and organic product sales—draws inspiration from the warmth and simplicity of a quintal (backyard), creating a welcoming atmosphere.

Originally a corner house altered for various commercial uses, the space had an unfavorable layout, with improvised extensions, overlapping coverings, limited visibility, and a closed facade. The first step was to “open” the space—removing ceilings, unifying roofs, integrating areas, and eliminating level differences.

The facade presented a key challenge: a protruding slab was demolished, and the roof was recessed for a more harmonious volume. New openings and custom window frames enhance the connection between interior, sidewalk, and sky while improving ventilation and natural light.

At the entrance, sunlight filters through a perforated naval plywood ceiling, casting a luminous effect and framing the jabuticaba tree against the signature red mosaic floor. Two new patios reinforce this connection: one with a sculpted concrete sink leading to the bathrooms, the other with a terracotta-walled seating area for outdoor coffee.

The kitchen and support areas were placed at the center, framed by preserved solid brick walls. These walls incorporate niches of varying sizes, some opening into the kitchen for visual connection and improved workflow. Reclaimed granite from the old countertops was repurposed in the niche finishes.

In line with the fixed café counter, lounge furniture was designed as a modular system, featuring mobile shelves, buffets, and counters. The material palette includes exposed naval plywood, solid wood joists, and blue Formica accents.