some projects start with an idea, others with a view, and sometimes, with a relationship. ‘can ghalili’ is a renovated residence in spain for a client who was looking for a second home. the project’s aim was to maximize the living space for the family, so they could have a place to share memories, enjoy holidays and take in the city of barcelona.

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
all images © pol viladoms

 

 

barcelona-based LoCa studio‘s intentions for the renovation of ‘can ghalili’ is to connect the interior and exterior areas, creating a flexible, light, and open space around the patio and its existing tree. as the existing walls were displayed, the challenge was to work with a dry wooden construction and complement it with brick and stone. translucent glass, as well as a change of height in the core rooms, allow indirect light to enter, creating a pleasant atmosphere. living spaces are oriented towards the patio, offering inhabitants an open, quiet space in one of the original districts of the city.

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
entrance hall

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
living room

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
bathroom

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
bedroom

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
view from patio into the residence

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
the patio

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
dining room

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
bathroom

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
axonometric drawing

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
shelf structure

LoCa studio renovates home in barcelona, maximizing quality of space and comfort
detail drawings

 

 

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edited by: apostolos costarangos | designboom