I went to Barcelona over the Summer and found a city full of beautiful, varied architecture and art. The work of Antoni Gaudi can be seen all over the city and his architectural style is admired all over the world for it’s unique and distinctive style.
I visited Park Guell – a park full of amazing buildings, sculptures, and tile work designed by Gaudi, including his old home, which is hgh above the city with fantastic views.
Antoni Gaudi's past home as Park Guell
Gaudi's work was greatly influenced by natural forms and this is reflected in the curvy shaped stonework, organic-like forms and twisted iron sculptures and also his use of colour- with mosaic tiling. The vibrant colours he uses add another dimension to his architecture which is often overlooked by other architects.
There are also buildings all over the city designed by Gaudi which have his unique style and features. They're really interesting to look at and covered in details. I love how Gauidi goes against architectural trends and rules that have been followed for hundreds of years with his designs being assymetrical in many places. This building looks almost like it's covered in sea urchins and shells and like it's been worn away by the sea in places. It also reminds me of the house in Hansel and Grettle- it looks like it could be made of sweets and biscuits.
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