In 1989 the island of Mallorca, preferred for its tranquil mediterranean lifestyle, helped lay the foundations for what would become the store we recognise today. Through subsequent years and projects, it was the flair for turning traditional mediterranean spaces into calming oases of natural textures that continued to prevail. In 1997 this artistry was then applied to Son Viscos, a newly acquired family home in the heart of the Valldemossa Valley, surrounded by lush gardens and serene views out to the Serra de Tramuntana. 

Its transformation was guided by the aim of one day opening its doors to the public as an agroturisme B&B and doubling up as a living showroom for its discoveries. Natural architectural elements were exposed and enhanced by the freshly painted whitewashed walls, rooms were delicately furnished with an emphasis on well worn and rustic materials, and spaces were designed to restore a sense of calm, all of which combined to create a relaxed, lived in look that delights in nature and simplicity. To this family run business however, it was seen not so much as an aesthetic, but a way of life, one that would go on to form the bedrock of Obsolete.