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New York versus Barcelona. Pandemic and Cities

New York versus Barcelona. Pandemic and Cities

On May 9, on the occasion of Jane’s Walk 2021, we hosted a live walking tour through New York and Barcelona, simultaneously! The objective was to explore how the pandemic is transforming our cities, with the emergence of two similar programs: Obrim Carrers in...

The young architect who dreamed of New York

The young architect who dreamed of New York

In 2008 I fell in love with New York. I don't know how or why, but it just happened. Why am I telling you this?  Because today it’s been 5 years since I moved to the city. I just wanted to stay for a couple of years, but they turned into 5! Although much has happened,...

THE BUBBLE HOUSE. From Manhattan to the moon

THE BUBBLE HOUSE. From Manhattan to the moon

Maurice Medcalfe | New York, USA [1975] Is it real or fiction? After seeing this photo, you may be wondering if the Bubble House is real or just a photomontage inspired by the futuristic drawings of the 60s. Well, I confirm that this house exists and it is located in...

Steven Holl sculpts his new library in New York

Steven Holl sculpts his new library in New York

In my last post we saw a house conceived as a piece of art -the Rietveld House-, but the building I bring today does not lag behind. I am talking about the Hunters Point Library by the well-known architect Steven Holl. Do not miss it standing on the East River bank as...

Cherry Blossom in Central Park, a wonderful burst of color!

Cherry Blossom in Central Park, a wonderful burst of color!

This is one of the most beautiful times of the year in the city. New York fills up with color thanks to the striking cherry blossom. To celebrate this Japanese tradition, there are festivals in different neighborhoods, so it is the perfect moment to enjoy outdoors....

New York, the overwhelming city of chaos

New York, the overwhelming city of chaos

'Cities' Series Did you know that New York was the most photographed city on social media in 2016? Thus, I had to end up my first series of cities with the Big Apple and the famous Flatiron Building. These three cities have played an important role in my life -for...

TWA FLIGHT CENTER. A bird made of concrete in New York

TWA FLIGHT CENTER. A bird made of concrete in New York

Eero Saarinen | New York, USA [1956-1962] Who has never thought of leaving everything behind to pursue a dream? Starting a new adventure that you always wanted to undertake but you thought it would never become real. It has been a long time since I post my last visit,...