This historic building refurbishment restores a 1915 facade to match its architectural block. The design strictly respects Barcelona’s heritage protection catalogue, preserving the traditional “cases barates” working-class housing typology. The spatial strategy respects the original structural bays defined by the three load-bearing walls.
The modern interior design updates the layout for a family without losing its original character. High ceilings and a grand central staircase remain the focal points. Placing the kitchen and a powder room at the front layout frees up the ground floor rear. Two load-bearing walls were demolished and reinforced with structural steel frameworks. This open-plan space now connects to a bright private courtyard through a large panoramic window.
The first floor reorganizes a bedroom into an integrated dressing room and bathroom suite, featuring a translucent glass box enclosure. On the top level, an old pigeon loft was removed. A newly integrated skylight and a large staircase window flood the entire home with natural light and cross-ventilation.
Finally, minimalist built-in furniture and subtle finishes feature a neutral color palette. These clean materials provide a quiet, understated backdrop, ensuring the architecture seamlessly complements the owners’ personal belongings.