Gora Decoration Journal

Stories, surfaces, and the craft behind the wall.

A Hillside Residence Wrapped in Continuous Microcement

How a single 2.3mm microcement skin unified floors, walls and fireplace surround across one open living volume.

Tips

Mineral finishes breathe with the building, while acrylics trap moisture. Here's what that means for longevity, cost and maintenance.

July 15, 20265 min read

Tips

Seamless showers, waterproof sinks and no grout lines. We walk through substrates, sealing, and realistic timelines.

July 8, 20267 min read

Portfolio

A 42-foot lobby wrapped in mineral limewash, tuned on site to read warm under evening light and cool by day.

June 30, 20264 min read

Studio

A finished wall is only as good as the sample that preceded it. Inside the studio's process of mixing, drying and approving.

June 18, 20265 min read

Tips

The Moroccan lime technique we use for rounded niches, vanities and shower enclosures where tile would break the line.

June 10, 20266 min read

Portfolio

Tadelakt applied across arches, niches and a soaking-tub surround in a private residence.

May 27, 20264 min read

Tips

Matte, satin, or high polish? The answer depends on the room's light, traffic, and the texture you want the wall to carry.

May 14, 20265 min read

Studio

A week documenting substrate prep, salt air considerations, and the slow craft of finishing a beach-house interior.

May 3, 20266 min read

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