No wonder they call it the wine cathedral. This cellar in Pinell de Brai, Terra Alta, is the work of architect Cèsar Martinell i Brunet, and was built between 1918 and 1922. The entire interior of the winery is divided by wide-span, roof-bearing parabolic arches, which make the entire space look indeed like a cathedral.
Category Archives: architecture
A Route of Jean Nouvel’s Barcelona
A tower, a park, and a restaurant – they all have in common the name of the architect, French-born Jean Nouvel. For contemporary architecture lovers, these are some destinations not to be missed.
Can Manyer, a Modernist puzzle
The entire first floor of this library in Vilassar de Dalt, one hour away from Barcelona, is a maze of tiles, spread on hundreds of square meters.
The house of lilac shutters. Casa Jeroni Granell
A sgraffito depicting wine plants, stained glass windows with floral motifs, and a surprising choice of colours, especially of the shutters, make this work of Modernist architect Geroni Granell one of the most original designs of Eixample.
A Virtual Immersion into a Special Place. Casa Batlló
Diving into the sea or climbing the dragon’s tail? Here’s an insight into the wonderful universe of Antoni Gaudí.
Flors de Gràcia
Let’s take a stroll in Vila de Gràcia and stop by some of the most original Modernist designs in the area.
My Barrio. Carrer de València
I am fortunate to live close enough to some of the architectural wonders of the city. These ones are actually on my street, just a few blocks away, so here is a glimpse into my post-confinement daily walks.
Casa Mas de Miquel
It was known as the big house or the Rothschild house, and is defined by a splendid interior patio.
A Dream-like Garden Design. Casa Pàdua
Designed like a vertical garden with winding vine plants, this facade in vivid colours is one of Barcelona’s must-sees.
A metaphor of the Mediterranean sea, right under your feet
Passeig de Gràcia is famous for many things – for its history and elegance, for its buildings, great restaurants and luxury shops, still this deep-blue-sea inspired pattern might be its true symbol.
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