The Perfect Bodega Kitchen
In the world of modern home design, the kitchen is no longer just a functional space. It has transformed into the heart of the home—a place where style meets practicality, and where innovation often shines brightest. Among the pioneers redefining this essential space is Josefina, founder of Bodega Kitchen, a brand offering sleek and durable stainless steel kitchen alternatives for private homes.
The story of Bodega Kitchen began when Josefina and her husband, Jesper, embarked on a renovation journey for their own home. Like many homeowners, they sought a kitchen design that would combine aesthetic appeal with long-lasting durability. Their research led them to discover a glaring gap in the market: while stainless steel kitchens were a staple in professional settings, they were rare and often inaccessible for private residences.
The Bodega Kitchen vision: a restaurant kitchen for private homes
The people behind Bodega Kitchens
When Josefina isn’t revolutionizing home kitchens, she’s embracing her life in Södermalm, Stockholm, where she lives with her husband Jesper and their two sons. The couple first met as students at the prestigious KTH Royal Institute of Technology, where they both studied architecture. Their shared love for design and problem-solving laid the foundation for both their personal and professional partnership.
In addition to her love for food, Josefina finds joy in evening runs on the streets of Södermalm, discovering restaurants, and spending an evenings over a glass of wine with Jesper envisioning Bodega Kitchens future. These moments of tranquility balance her otherwise bustling life.
While Josefina is starting Bodega Kitchen, she is working in parallel with her own architectural office: JAAA Arkitektur. Simply the perfect combination of product and expertise!
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What's in Josefinas Mini Curie Bag
Josefina has been carrying her Mini Curie bag in black leather and suede for over 6 years (it even has the previous beige lining!). It still looks so good even though she admits she's not taking the best care of it.
When entering her journey as entrepreneur and Bodega Kitchen founder the importance of a truly practical but jet stylish bag was obvious and her Curie bag was still her perfect fit.
What's in Bodega Kitchen founder Josefinas bag:
- 13" laptop
- Lipsticks - many!
- Paper for drawing (Bodega kitchen is always in her head)
- Mini Wallet for cards and coins
- Things for the kids to play with
- Chewing gum
- Pens
- Tampons
- Runners watch
- Lipbalm
- Airpods
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“We couldn’t understand why something so practical and beautiful wasn’t widely available for homeowners,” Josefina recalls. “The options we found were either prohibitively expensive or completely uninspired.”
Bodega Kitchen founder Josefina
For Josefina, the ultimate goal is simple: to empower homeowners with kitchen solutions that combine beauty, functionality, and sustainability. With Bodega Kitchen, she’s not just building kitchens; she’s creating spaces where memories are made and lives are lived.
Recognizing this "glitch," Josefina and Jesper decided to turn their frustration into opportunity. Drawing from their shared passion for design and their complementary skills, they launched Bodega Kitchen with the mission of making stainless steel kitchens not only accessible but also stylish and customizable for private homes.
The Rise of Stainless Steel in Home Kitchens
Stainless steel has long been celebrated in professional kitchens for its durability, hygiene, and timeless aesthetic. Its resistance to corrosion, heat, and stains makes it an ideal choice for culinary environments. Yet, for years, this material was overlooked in the realm of home kitchens, often perceived as too industrial or cold for residential spaces. This is something Bodega Kitchen has made a lot of focus on. With their shared background within interior design, they add interesting materials and colors combined with the modular stainless steel kitchens.
From the beginning, Josefina was determined to build more than just a kitchen brand. She envisioned Bodega Kitchen as a company that would stand for quality, sustainability, and authenticity. This commitment is evident in every aspect of the business, from the sourcing of materials to the manufacturing process.
Josefina added the Organizing Hero to her Mini Curie bag in 2024
After using Mini Curie since 2017, Josefina added a Bag-in-Bag for extra organization. Just as the Bodega Kitchen the Bukvy bags are modular.
As Bodega Kitchen continues to grow, Josefina remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in residential kitchen design. Her passion for innovation and her unwavering dedication to quality have made her a trailblazer in an industry ripe for change.
In a world where trends come and go, Josefina’s timeless approach to design ensures that Bodega Kitchen will remain a staple in the industry for years to come. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that sometimes, the best ideas come from personal experiences—and that with determination and vision, those ideas can change the world.
Supporting female entrepreneurs with bags in their everyday lives is wonderful. In meeting our customers every day, we are overwhelmed by who you are and how you wear Bukvy.
As friends of Josefina and Jesper, it has been so exciting to follow their journey from their private kitchen to helping their first customers find their ultimate kitchens.
Now we look forward to following their kitchen journey and taking Bodega Kitchen to the stars!
Don't hesistate to reach out to Bodega Kitchen at Bodega-Kitchen.com
This and that about Josefina and her everyday life with Bodega Kitchen
How big is your laptop?
13"
What's the perfect lipstick?
Yves Saint Laurent, Rouge Pur Couture Lipstick
Can I personalize my Bodega Kitchen?
Definitely! Just reach out and we'll book a session.
How did you fall in love with stainless steel?
We love spending time in restaurants and bars which is a big part of it. But it is also extremely functional! It is stylish and lasts longer than all other options.
How is stainless steel sustainable?
Because it can be recycled and is extremely long lasting. Bodega Kitchen is also modular in design which means you can expand the kitchen or even move it in a very practical way.
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