Torre Banc de Sabadell, Skyscraper in Dreta de l'Eixample, Barcelona, Spain.
The Torre Banc de Sabadell is a modern office tower with 23 floors built from concrete, steel, and glass that rises prominently above the surrounding buildings. Its sleek form shapes the character of this part of the city and can be spotted from various viewpoints across the neighborhood.
Architects Francesc Mitjans i Miró and Santiago Balcells i Gorina designed the building, which opened in 1969 and reflected Barcelona's modernization at that time. Soon after its completion, another structure surpassed it in height, built just a year later.
The tower sits in a neighborhood dominated by bank branches and office spaces, reflecting Barcelona's role as a financial hub. It forms part of the urban fabric where business activity and daily routines intersect.
The tower sits on one of Barcelona's main thoroughfares, making it easy to reach and spot as you move through the city. The surrounding area is paved and walkable, though it remains a busy commercial district.
Shortly after its completion, the building held the title of Barcelona's tallest structure, but this honor lasted only a year. This brief moment makes it a special chapter in the city's building history.
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