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Architects
Property Architecture
Since
the early 19th century, there has been a noticeable revival to
earlier architectural styles throughout
Andalucía, including
neo-Gothic and, in particular, neomudécar and neo-Islamic.
Private villas as well as urbanisations often reflect past Muslim
architectural style, including such elements as inner courtyards,
arched doorways and windows, fountains and the frequent use of
brick instead of stone. Numerous public buildings have also been
designed with a Moorish influence, ranging from railway stations
in Seville and Almeria to markets in Málaga and Tarifa.
For the 1920's Exposición Iberoamericana, elaborate buildings
in almost every past Andalusian style were constructed in Seville.
In general, however, the early 20th-century architecture in Andalucía
was characterized by architectural revivals.
For obvious reasons, the Franco era was an architectural trough.
In Seville, historic buildings were demolished to make way for
new roads and developments and drab, Soviet-style blocks of workers'
housing sprang up in many cities; most of these are still in evidence
on the outskirts of the major cities.
Other than occasional models of genuine inspiration,
such as the modernist buildings of Gaudi, much of the modern
architecture
has its roots in older, tried and true traditions. At the time
of writing there is a property boom in southern Spain, particularly
around the Costa del Sol tourist resorts. The results is an increased
demand for experienced architects, familiar with the building regulations,
suppliers and, perhaps most important of all, with designing buildings
suitable for the southern Mediterranean environment and climate.
Property Architects
Some architects have quickly made a name for themselves by being
linked to some outstanding project. Benalmadena's Puerto Marina,
for example, is architect Eduardo Oria's vision of what the Moors
might have been building today, had their culture been allowed
to naturally evolve on the Iberian peninsula. The result is evocative,
upbeat and, above all, thoroughly unique; one of Oria's prime objectives.
There are numerous other examples of outstanding architecture throughout
the Costa del Sol.
In Marbella, for example, the mix of cultures reflected
by the residents can be seen through the varied architectural
styles that
include Renaissance, Baroque, Moorish and pure Castillian. There
is a marvelous mix of old and new, of history, sophistication
and simplicity. And, although, admittedly some of the architecture
that has appeared over the last decade is nothing short of an eyesore,
it is still possible to find stunningly beautiful developments
and villas, with the added plus of mountain and Mediterranean views.
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 Johnson & Wilkey Asociados, Architects
We listen to our clients needs from concept design, budget to completion.
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 Carlos Lamas Architect
Architectural design, interior design and project management at the finest addresses on the coast and overseas.
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Mirasur
Complete architectural and project management services. Specialists in traditional styles with modern day comforts, restorations and new builds. Granada and Malaga provinces |
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