Au-delà de la Sagrada Família, ces 6 lieux étonnants à Barcelone qui révèlent un Gaudí méconnu
Beaux Arts Magazine highlights six lesser-known architectural works by Antoni Gaudí in Barcelona, beyond his famous Sagrada Família. The article features Casa Vicens (1883–1885), his first private commission; Torre Bellesguard (1900–1909), a medieval-inspired tower with panoramic views; Casa Calvet (1897), a residential building with textile-themed details; and the Finca Güell and Palau Güell, experimental projects for his patron Eusebi Güell. These sites showcase Gaudí's organic style, fusion of nature and architecture, and influences from Japanese, Arabic, and Catalan Gothic traditions, with several recently opened to the public.
This article matters because 2026 marks the centenary of Gaudí's death, renewing public interest in his complete oeuvre. By spotlighting lesser-known works, it expands the narrative beyond the iconic Sagrada Família, encouraging cultural tourism and deeper appreciation of Gaudí's architectural evolution. The piece also underscores Barcelona's role as a living museum of modernist architecture, with sites like Casa Vicens (UNESCO-listed since 2005) and Torre Bellesguard now accessible, offering visitors a fuller understanding of the architect's genius.