Casa Pérez Samanillo, Modernist residential building in Sant Gervasi-Galvany, Spain.
Description
Casa Pérez Samanillo is a modernist residential building located at the corner of Diagonal Avenue and Balmes Street in Barcelona. The structure showcases ornamental details and refined architectural features characteristic of early 20th-century design throughout its exterior and interior spaces.
History
The building was constructed in 1910 by architect Joan Josep Hervás i Arizmendi and embodies the Catalan modernism of that era. The structure gained recognition in a Barcelona competition for artistic buildings the following year.
Culture
The building now houses the Círculo Ecuestre, a social club where members gather for events and meetings. The spaces maintain an air of refined leisure and community that has endured for generations.
Practical
The building sits at a major intersection in a central residential neighborhood, making it easy to reach by public transport. The numerous rooms inside allow visitors time to explore different areas including dining halls, libraries, and recreational spaces.
Did you know?
A large oval window in the dining room is affectionately known as the 'city's aquarium' because it functions like a giant display case. From this window, visitors can watch the activity on Diagonal Avenue and feel like part of the urban life happening outside.
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