Townhouse (Casa Palacio) "Casa de la Infanta Doña Paz de Borbon", Santillana del Mar
A complex of three old buildings, dating from the 15th-16th century, one of them, the Torre de Don Borja, a historical valuable tower house (Casa-Torre). A new steel construction was built. The main work to be carried out was the improvement of the foundation of the tower house, ...
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Project details
Title: | Townhouse (Casa Palacio) "Casa de la Infanta Doña Paz de Borbon", Santillana del Mar |
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Entr. year: | 1981 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Spain |
Town: | Santillana del Mar (Cantabria) |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | residential building |
Former use: | Townhouse |
Actual use: | Cultural centre |
Built: | 15th-16th century |
The Jury's citation: | "For the fine restoration of Palacio de Ia Infanta Doña Paz de Borbon for use as a cultural centre" |
GPS: | 43°23'30.6"N 4°6'20.7"W |
Description:
A complex of three old buildings, dating from the 15th-16th century, one of them, the Torre de Don Borja, a historical valuable tower house (Casa-Torre). A new steel construction was built. The main work to be carried out was the improvement of the foundation of the tower house, roofing the courtyard with a steel and glass construction, and restoration of the original appearance.
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