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Antonio Jiménez Torrecillas (1962-2015) was a distinguished Spanish architect known for his innovative approach to integrating contemporary design with historical contexts. His work often reflected a profound respect for local traditions and materials, particularly evident in his restoration and adaptive reuse projects. Among his most celebrated works are the restoration of the Alhambra’s San Francisco Convent and the rehabilitation of the Andalusian Museum of Memory. Jiménez Torrecillas’s designs were characterized by their minimalist elegance and the thoughtful interplay between old and new, significantly contributing to architectural heritage preservation.
The “Torre del Homenaje” or “Tribute Tower” is an enigmatic architectural piece by Antonio Jiménez Torrecillas that has historically been used as a defensive tower. In 2000, the Government of…
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