most terra cotta tiles are porus but that argument would prevent them from being used anywhere really. Any problem about them cracking would only likely come about due to rapid and excessive temper...

very spartan...can we see more images of the sleeping space.

remove whatever it is that you have there, and treat with 5 coats of linseed oil. Let the oil dry for 48 hours before sanding and reapplying. It might seem excessive but it will last at least a dec...

beautiful, although I suspect you'd have to use robust drawer slides for that... toe kicks get alot of damage

this is an elegant, and as stated romantic space. The functions are clearly defined, albeit reduced.