Palacio de los Condes de Guevara, Baroque revival palace in Santa Bárbara Square, Madrid, Spain
Description
The Palacio de los Condes de Guevara is a baroque revival structure with three floors, corner towers, and detailed stone work facing Santa Bárbara Square. The building features wrought iron railings and balconies that exemplify the ornamental style of early 20th century Madrid architecture.
History
The palace was built in 1920 by architect Joaquín Pla Laporta on the site of the former Saladero Prison, a men's detention facility that operated until 1884. Its construction marked the transformation of the square from a correctional site to an aristocratic residential address.
Culture
The palace takes its name from the Guevara family, one of Spain's prominent aristocratic lineages. The building shows how Madrid adapted its historical structures to serve the city's evolving commercial needs.
Practical
The building sits prominently at Santa Bárbara Square and is easily accessible by public transportation. While the interior now serves as office space, the ornate exterior can be fully appreciated from the street level.
Did you know?
The building has housed Openbank offices since 2018 after UBS acquired the property and adapted it for banking operations. This conversion shows how the structure successfully bridges its 1920s exterior with a fully contemporary interior workspace.
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