Focacha: Space-Age Speakeasy by Isern Serra Hides Behind Barcelona Focacceria

In Barcelona’s Carrer Tuset, a new speakeasy called Focacha is turning heads—not with a flashy sign, but by hiding in plain sight behind a neighborhood focacceria. Designed by Isern Serra, the cocktail lounge draws inspiration from the space age and Verner Panton’s visionary Visiona environments, creating a retro-futuristic escape for those in the know. The interior features multi-chrome lighting and curved steel elements that bend light and perception, giving the space a fluid, otherworldly feel. This design approach taps into a growing trend of immersive, experience-driven bars that prioritize atmosphere and discovery over traditional street presence. For Barcelona’s nightlife scene, Focacha adds a layer of intrigue—patrons enter through a casual eatery and step into a different era, one that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking. The project also highlights how young designers like Isern Serra are reinterpreting mid-century modernism for contemporary audiences. As speakeasies continue to evolve, Focacha shows that the most memorable nights often start behind an unassuming door.