Canòdrom Meridiana, Rationalist building in El Congrés i els Indians, Spain.
Description
Canòdrom Meridiana is a two-story rationalist building featuring a paraboloid form supported by steel pillars, concrete grandstands, and a self-supporting roof. The ground floor held service areas with kennels and offices, while the upper floor contained betting spaces and a bar.
History
Designed by architects Antoni Bonet and Josep Puig, this building opened in 1964 as a greyhound racing venue during the sport's peak years in Spain. The structure represents the rationalist architectural movement that shaped Barcelona's urban landscape.
Culture
This architectural monument received protection status as a Cultural Asset of Catalonia, reflecting the modernist movement's influence on Barcelona's urban development.
Practical
The building is located in the El Congrés i els Indians neighborhood and is accessible by public transport. Visitors should be aware that it is partially damaged and currently houses a center focused on digital and democratic innovation.
Did you know?
Since 2020, a center for digital and democratic innovation has occupied the space, focusing on open technologies, democracy, and feminist studies. This transformation shows how a historical building has been repurposed for contemporary concerns.
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