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Jun 3, 2020 · The roof terrace at La Pedrera-Casa Milà is unique. Walking around it is like being in a museum full of Gaudí-style sculptures. On the roof you’ll find order, aesthetic quality and great functionality in the elements of the construction: the staircases providing access to the attic, the ventilation towers and the chimneys. To soften the ...
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The roof of Casa Mila (La Pedrera) not only seals the...
- The Warrior Rooftop
On the Roof-terrace of La Pedrera, Gaudi combined art and...
- Architecture
The roof of Casa Mila (La Pedrera) not only seals the building against the elements but also reveals three of Gaudi’s concerns: insulation, lighting and ventilation. On the rooftop, we find order, beauty and tremendous functionality in the built features: stairwells, ventilation towers and chimneys.
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The stepped roof of La Pedrera, called "the garden of warriors" by the poet Pere Gimferrer because the chimneys appear to be protecting the skylights, has undergone a radical restoration, removing chimneys added in interventions after Gaudí, television antennas, and other elements that degraded the space.
Mar 20, 2024 · La Pedrera’s rooftop is an iconic Barcelona landmark offering spectacular 360-degree views of the city. The chimneys, resembling petrified warrior figures, stand as guardians of the building, while the “badalots” (staircase enclosures) emerge like elemental forces of nature: earth, water, fire, and air.
On the Roof-terrace of La Pedrera, Gaudi combined art and architecture to create an unparalleled, fascinating and evocative space. You will see spectacular views of Barcelona at night. 360º views of the whole city.
Apr 3, 2024 · La Pedrera, also known as Casa Mila, is the fantastical creation of Antoni Gaudi, one of Spains’ greatest architects. Famous for its undulating stone facade and twisting wrought iron balconies, the structure is a masterpiece of early 20th century architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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La Pedrera-Casa Milà has a distinctive rooftop terrace. It feels like a museum filled with Gaudí-style sculptures when you walk around it. The construction features on the roof, such as the chimneys, ventilation towers, and attic access staircases, combine excellent functionality with aesthetic quality and order.
