The ground floor, in particular, is rather astonishing with tracery, irregular oval windows and flowing sculpted stone work.
The main flat stands out for the curve lines of its walls and ceilings, that generate shapes like the whirlpool on the main roon ceiling.
The roof is arched and was likened to the back of a dragon or dinosaur. A common theory about the building is that the rounded feature to the left of centre, terminating at the top in a turret and cross, represents the sword of Saint George, which has been plunged into the back of the dragon.
pic: A very special heater in the house
The central patio well was designed with glazed surface which increases further down it goes, in order to make the most of the natureal light comin in.
There was entrance fee charged. Three of us were not interested in this visit so they waited us outside.
We next visited Casa Mila/La Pedrera. It was built for the married couple, Rosario Segimon and Pere Mila.
pic: The city of Barcelona seen from the roof
Reference:
2) Visual Guide to the complete work of architect AntoniGaudi, published by Dos De Arte Ediciones, S.L., Barcelona 2009
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