
Dating back to the 19th century, kiosks and their singular architecture once played an essential role in Lisbon street life.

Kiosks offered people a place on the street to have a drink and buy snacks, along with things like lottery tickets and newspapers.

According to the first kiosk planning application in 1867, the structure's duty was to "beautify the street."

Kiosks rapidly spread throughout the city and wider Portugal, before falling into disrepair.

In 2009, Lisbon businesswoman Catarina Portas teamed up with architect João Regal to restore the kiosks in five downtown areas.


