Banc Vitalici d'Espanya, Cultural heritage building in Dreta de l'Eixample, Barcelona, Spain.
The Banc Vitalici d'Espanya is an academic art style building at a prominent intersection in Barcelona where two major avenues meet. The structure spans 21 floors with four independent sections and a distinctive tower that rises prominently at this location.
Planning for the building began in the 1930s but was interrupted by the Spanish Civil War. Completion came after 1945 when Count Gamazo invested in this bank headquarters.
The building displays Chicago School influences through symmetrical openings across its facade, incorporating classical columns and sculptural groups at the main entrance. These architectural features create a blend of American and European style that stands out in the urban landscape.
The ground floor contains numerous shops connected through a gallery passage, including a major department store. Visitors can explore this lower level to see various retail spaces and experience the interior of the building.
The facade combines granite from Galicia and stone from Montjuic, two distinct materials with different color tones. Inside, an open courtyard brings daylight throughout and creates a surprisingly open space within this urban high-rise.
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