Ca l'Aranyó

Ca l'Aranyó is a factory complex with two brick buildings featuring cast-iron columns and traditional Catalan ceramic vault construction. The structures display the functional, sturdy design typical of 19th-century textile mills built for practical production.

The mill was founded in 1872 by Josep Marimon using designs from British company Prince Smith, operating as a cotton spinning and weaving facility until 1986. Its closure marked the end of textile production at the site.

The former mill now serves as part of a university campus, showing how Barcelona's working-class neighborhood became a center for learning and creative work. You can see how industrial spaces were repurposed for education and research.

The site sits within the 22@ technology district and preserves its original architectural elements while serving as a modern educational facility for audiovisual studies. The building is part of a larger park and lake area that you can easily explore on foot.

The building blends Manchester-style factory architecture with local Catalan construction methods, creating a rare example of cross-border industrial design from the 1800s. This hybrid approach is a visible reminder of British influence on Barcelona's manufacturing past.

Location: El Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou

Inception: 1872

Architects: Josep Marimon i Cot

Architectural style: cast-iron architecture

Address: Llacuna, 123-127, Roc Boronat, 134-140, Tànger, 101-135

GPS coordinates: 41.40396,2.19376

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03