Reg.Nr. HA-2004/SP/30

"Casa Batlló" residential house , Barcelona

Restoration and maintenance of one of Antoni Gaudi's most emblematic private houses, which has since become a major attraction of the city of Barcelona. The house now functions as a venue for events and for cultural visits. Works included the consolidation of the foundations, ...
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Project details

Title:"Casa Batlló" residential house , Barcelona
Entr. year: 2004
Result:Medal
Country: Spain
Town: Barcelona (Catalonia)
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:This entry was originally submitted in category 3.
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Single-family residence
Actual use:Museum, cultural attraction
Built: 1904-1906
Architect / Proj.leader: Antoni Gaudi
The Jury's citation: For the glorious revival of a masterpiece of Antoni Gaudí and for the special innovations launched to enable the visually impaired to enjoy their visit.
GPS:41°23'30.0"N 2°9'53.6"E
Web, Links:

www.casabatllo.es/

Description:
Restoration and maintenance of one of Antoni Gaudi's most emblematic private houses, which has since become a major attraction of the city of Barcelona. The house now functions as a venue for events and for cultural visits. Works included the consolidation of the foundations, structural reinforcements, extensive restoration of the ceramic and glass trencadís on the stunning façade and the light well, treatment of woodwork and rehabilitation of the tiled piano nobile courtyard. Special innovations were launched to enable blind people to enjoy this very tactile building.