david oliva + elisenda planas: el bruc residencial

'el bruc residencial' by david oliva + elisenda planas, el bruc, barcelona, spain
all images © david oliva + elisenda planas


spanish architects david oliva + elisenda planas have completed 'el bruc residencial', a public building servicing a
single-family housing development located in el bruc, barcelona, spain. the monolithic concrete shell is pierced by
a series of narrow floor to ceiling windows textured with grills composed of steel rods. a deep overhang faced with
concrete shelters visitors from the strong afternoon sun while announcing the main entrance. the structural facade
contains thermal and acoustical insulation and the roof integrates rainwater recovery for irrigation of the garden.



steel rods lining windows


the interior features an open multipurpose space, bar, restrooms and an outdoor playground for children is positioned
adjacent to the center amidst pine trees within view. the facilities modest footprint can accommodate up to thirty people
at one time for communal gatherings, celebrations and activities.



adjacent playground



playground and pine trees



concrete facade and window grills formed with steel rods



entrances



interior



metal sliding doors



sliding doors in open position



floor plan / level 0



section



elevation


project info:


project title: multiuse building and meeting point - el bruc residencial
architects: david oliva + elisenda planas / www.sp25.es
engineering: lavola, s.l.
structure: crae,s.l.
design: 2009
construction: 2010
location: el bruc residencial, el bruc, barcelona, spain.
type: public building
program: multiuse room, bar, toilet, storage and cleaning room.
size: 95.75 m2
budget: 186.300€
client: ajuntament el bruc / diputació de barcelona.
photo credits: david oliva + elisenda planas / www.sp25.es