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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...

Planning your Architecture Trips

Planning your Architecture Trips

You love to travel, you are passionate about architecture. You just returned from a trip and a colleague asks you: “Did you visit ‘that’ building? It is not famous, but it is very interesting. " You start feeling nervous. You google it and… Noooo! How could you miss...

Photography and Architecture, get the perfect match

Photography and Architecture, get the perfect match

Collaboration with Think by SHIFTA [Escuela online de creadores digitales by ELISAVA]If you always travel with a camera and you like visiting interesting projects, you will know that photography and architecture are the perfect couple. However, like everyone else,...

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,...

BARCELONA WALKING TOUR. Discover the Gothic Quarter

BARCELONA WALKING TOUR. Discover the Gothic Quarter

If I had to choose anywhere in the world to walk around aimlessly, I would definitely pick Barcelona and the Gothic Quarter. It’s funny but ever since I moved to New York, I enjoy and appreciate Barcelona even more every time I go.

The pink door on Captiva Island

The pink door on Captiva Island

Architecture does not only mean important and emblematic works. The fact is that we can find a building that catches our attention in any corner. Therefore, while I am preparing the next post -in which I will show you one of the most famous works of modern...

FLORIDA ROAD TRIP. Much more than sun and sand

FLORIDA ROAD TRIP. Much more than sun and sand

 If the United States has anything that I love, it is the variety of places to visit. You can either spend a summer surrounded by snow or celebrate Christmas Eve wearing a t-shirt and shorts. Today’s road trip will take us to the second destination, because if you...

Finding Bighorn Sheep in Yellowstone

Finding Bighorn Sheep in Yellowstone

As man can't live on Architecture alone (and neither do I...), today we open the new section 'Architecture Break'. Do not panic! I will not switch sides 😉 It will be a place where I will post pictures from time to time. Pictures of which I don't have much to say, but...

Chicago from the air

Chicago from the air

This is not one of my best pictures of Chicago, but it is the last one I took last summer. And when I see it, I wonder: Who doesn't like sitting near the window in an airplane? This is the only way to enjoy these amazing views, and if you have your camera, you can...

LE CORBUSIER ROUTE. Journey through the architect’s life and work

LE CORBUSIER ROUTE. Journey through the architect’s life and work

It is undeniable that Le Corbusier was one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, and the best way to know more about him is visiting his work.  Therefore, today I will show you the Le Corbusier Route, a journey through the life and work of the...

Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine

Portland Head Light, the oldest lighthouse in Maine

Lighthouse lovers have a place of pilgrimage: the State of Maine. There are more than 60 of this idillic buildings in the state. The oldest one is the Portland Head Light, which history started more than 200 years ago in the Town of Cape Elisabeth. This is a must see...

Saint-Ursanne, a medieval village in Switzerland

Saint-Ursanne, a medieval village in Switzerland

Saint-Ursanne is an old village that does not seem real, but being out of a medieval fairy tale. Having only a small main street and less than 800 inhabitants, we decided to spend some hours there in our way to La Chaux-de-Fonds. Discovering Saint-Ursanne It is said...

PHILADELPHIA. An architectural getaway

PHILADELPHIA. An architectural getaway

Philadelphia is the city of important architects such as Louis Kahn or Robert Venturi. Not only can we see here some of their work, but we can also find many other interesting buildings which are well worth visiting. In our 4 days getaway to the city, we tried to make...

Society Hill, a charming neighborhood in Philadelphia

Society Hill, a charming neighborhood in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has a lot of beautiful places to visit, and Society Hill is one of them. In our getaway to the city, we explored its streets, walked on the brick sidewalks and enjoyed its colonial architecture. Fun facts Society Hill is one of the oldest residential...

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...

Sunset in Chicago, the city that let me fly

Sunset in Chicago, the city that let me fly

From the very top of the Willis Tower in Chicago, it is possible to enjoy one of the most spectacular sunsets that I have ever seen. Even if you are surrounded by dozens of people, visiting the Skydeck on a clear day is an unforgettable experience. Not only because of...

Forum Building Barcelona, by Herzog & de Meuron

Forum Building Barcelona, by Herzog & de Meuron

The first pic of this section had to be from Barcelona. I miss a lot of things from this wonderful city, and my walks in the Forum are among them. Drawing the buildings in the surroundings, taking pictures of the pergolas, walking through the park, enjoying parties...