Real Cátedra Gaudí, Documentation centre at Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain.
The Real Cátedra Gaudí is a documentation center within the Polytechnic University of Catalonia that focuses on preserving and studying construction plans and archival materials. The center holds an extensive collection of photographs, drawings, and written records from various building phases.
The center was established in 1956 as an academic institution created to research and preserve Gaudí's architectural legacy. Over the decades it has grown into an important research hub that draws international scholars.
The center is named after Gaudí, reflecting how deeply Catalan society values this influential architect and his contributions. Visitors can sense how his work continues to inspire and shape the local academic community today.
The center is located on the university campus and is open to researchers and students interested in using the archives. It is advisable to contact the center in advance to arrange access to specific collections or materials.
The center holds original drawings and construction sketches that offer direct insights into how Gaudí developed his creative ideas. These handwritten documents reveal the architect's working process and how he refined his concepts over time.
Location: Barcelona
Location: La Maternitat i Sant Ramon
Inception: 1956
Part of: Polytechnic University of Catalonia
Website: http://catedragaudi.upc.edu/ca
GPS coordinates: 41.38405,2.11403
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02
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