Barcelona architecture

A Comprehensive Interior Renovation Project in the Sants Neighborhood, Barcelona  When the renovation process began, the apartment exhibited the typical characteristics of flats located in buildings constructed in the 1960s:   Serena De Sanctis high compartmentalization, small and dimly lit spaces (most rooms ventilated through inner courtyards), and a layout lacking a clear spatial hierarchy.   Serena De Sanctis From the outset, the primary goal of the intervention was to optimize the spaces to create a more open and brighter environment. Serena De Sanctis To achieve this, the entire central layout of the apartment was reconfigured, integrating the former hallway and one bedroom into the dining area to crea... More

In the heart of Barcelona's iconic Eixample neighborhood, a full renovation was undertaken to transform a residence into a welcoming, family-friendly home that caters to the modern lifestyle of its inhabitants. The kitchen, already renovated in the past, was the only space left untouched during this transformation. Stella Rotger A key focus of the project was the preservation and restoration of the home’s original architectural elements. The high ceilings, once adorned with detailed cornices, have been restored, with some new additions replacing those that were beyond repair. The wooden windows, crucial to maintaining the character of the building, have been meticulously refurbished. In the living area, the decision was made to... More

Introduction The Born district of Barcelona was the seat of a prosperous artisan economy during medieval times and still preserves traces of that in the names of its streets: Assaonadors, Argenteria, Cotoners, Carders, Flassaders were the trades carried out by the artisans of this neighborhood. The urban fabric in this part of the city is mainly made up of multi-family dwellings between party walls. The structure is made of load-bearing ceramic work walls and ceramic vaulted ceilings with wooden beams. The width of the floors was determined by the length of the wooden beams then available on the market, generally about four meters. The apartment that is the object of the renovation is located in a building from the mid-1800s and was inhabi... More