Casa de los Lagartos, Art Nouveau apartment building in Justicia, Madrid, Spain
Located at number 1 Calle Mejía Lequerica, this five-story residential structure features numerous windows and decorative salamanders on its exterior walls.
Built in 1912 by architect Benito González del Valle, the building introduced metal frame construction techniques, enabling increased window placement throughout the structure.
The architectural design draws inspiration from the Vienna Secession movement, incorporating geometric patterns and symmetrical elements common in early 20th century European buildings.
The interior layout includes three art studios on the upper level, commercial spaces on the ground floor, and residential apartments connected by long hallways.
The building deviates from traditional Madrid architecture by eliminating the central patio, instead using external windows for ventilation and natural light.
Location: Justicia
Location: Madrid
Inception: 1912
Architects: Benito González del Valle
Architectural style: Vienna Secession, Art Nouveau architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.42648,-3.69805
Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:21
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