Barcelona Pavilion, Modernist building in Montjuïc, Spain
The Barcelona Pavilion is a modernist building on Montjuïc with clean lines and open spaces. Horizontal marble and glass planes are supported by chrome-plated steel columns that hold up a flat roof above reflective pools.
The pavilion was designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe as Germany's contribution to Barcelona's International Exhibition. After its original dismantling, it was faithfully rebuilt in 1986 and has remained open to the public ever since.
The pavilion manifests the principles of modern architecture through minimalist design, open floor plans, and the integration of interior and exterior spaces.
The site is open daily with extended hours from March through October and shorter hours during winter months. It is best to visit early in the day to avoid crowds and to enjoy the reflections in the pools when light conditions are optimal.
The building combines four different types of stone: Roman travertine, green Alpine marble, ancient Greek marble, and golden onyx from the Atlas Mountains. This rare choice of materials makes it a masterwork of craftsmanship and design of its era.
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