Casa del Piñón, Modernist architectural landmark in La Unión, Spain.
Casa del Piñón is a corner building in Modernist style on Mayor Street featuring three levels connected by semicircular arches, continuous balustrades, and metal railings throughout its structure. The L-shaped arrangement creates a distinctive presence at the intersection with carefully proportioned windows and openings.
The building was designed in 1899 by architect Pedro Cerdán as a residence for mining entrepreneur Joaquín Peñalver Nieto during La Unión's peak economic period fueled by mineral extraction. It embodies the prosperity and architectural innovation that defined this industrial boom.
The building displays neomudejar brick elements and neogrieck motifs with decorated pilasters, lions' heads supports, and palmette patterns across its ornate facade. These decorative choices reflect the artistic tastes of wealthy mining entrepreneurs who shaped La Unión during its prosperous industrial years.
The building houses a tourism office and mining museum accessible during regular hours, while group visits require advance arrangements. Visitors should check opening hours before arriving and allow adequate time to explore the interior thoroughly.
Since 2008 the building has been carefully restored and now integrates municipal offices with cultural spaces while preserving its original architectural features. A public rooftop terrace was added offering fresh perspectives of the city.
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