An intervention in an existing building forces the architect to take a position regarding the architectonical object. In this case, the pre-existing dwelling was heir of the local Modern Movement principles, typical of the Mediterranean coast, and the site offered two exceptional conditions regarding that position.
Project: Longitudinal House Architect: Josep Ferrando Bramona Architecture Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain Photographs: Adrià Goula The historical quarter of Sant Cugat del Vallès, north of the city of Barcelona, is listed as a cultural heritage site, so this old dwelling set between party walls – with just a five-meter bay – was required to preserve
This refurbishment project was carried out by Dom Arquitectura Company in a small village from La Cerdanya, Catalonia region, Spain. The heart of the village is formed of 20 traditional houses, surrounded by agricultural lands. Following the specific of the traditional farms, this property is formed of several bodies, including agricultural annexes built around an exterior yard.
