Catalan vaults / Tag

El Born Loft transforms a former commercial interior in Barcelona, Spain, into a residence by Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge. Designed in 2026, the loft centers on the idea of void, using a reused ash wood system, exposed masonry, and a nearly five-meter-high interior to shape movement, light, and flexible daily use. Old structure and new domestic life remain in clear, measured balance.

Local studio ZOOCO Estudio has renovated a historic house in Madrid, Spain. Designed in 2022, the Casa Cientoonce project incorporates elements reminiscent of early 20th-century residential architecture. The team aimed to peel back accumulated layers to reveal the original features, including Catalan vaults and rustic materials, injecting the space with character and respecting its historical context.