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A Catalan vault, also known as a timbrel vault or “boveda de raspall” in Catalan, is a type of architectural vault structure commonly found in Catalonia, Spain. It is a unique construction technique that uses layers of small, flat tiles or bricks arranged in a herringbone pattern to create a curved, domed ceiling or vault. The Catalan vault is a popular building method in traditional Catalan architecture due to its strength, durability, and fire-resistant qualities. It is also relatively easy to construct and requires minimal formwork, making it an affordable option for many buildings.
The Bach 4 apartment building, completed in 1965 by Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura, exemplifies a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, making it a seminal work in the firm’s…
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Casa Milà, also known as La Pedrera, is one of the most iconic buildings designed by the architect Antoni Gaudí. Constructed between 1906 and 1912 at the behest of Pere…
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The Raventos House, designed by renowned Catalan architect Antoni Bonet Castellana, is a modernist gem that showcases his unique style and vision. Perhaps best known for his collaboration on the…
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In 2018 Indian architecture firm Sameep Padora and Associates completed the Maya Somaiya Library in Maharashtra, India. Inspired by the material efficiencies of the Catalan tile vault, the library becomes…
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Completed in 1963, La Ricarda, or Casa Gomis designed by Spanish architect Antoni Bonet i Castellana is one of the critical midcentury buildings in Spain. Located by the Mediterranean Sea…
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Completed in 2015 by the Spanish Architecture firm MESURA, House IV is an ambitious residential extension that takes special care to provide quality accommodation. The project works with the region’s…
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