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Barcelona Pavilion

Pabellón alemán (Barcelona)

landmark in Barcelona

#34 in Barcelona / #321 in Spain

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by Russ McGinn

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The Barcelona Pavilion, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, is an iconic example of modernist architecture located in Barcelona, Spain. Originally constructed in 1929 for the International Exposition, the pavilion is celebrated for its minimalist design, open-plan layout, and innovative use of luxurious materials like marble, red onyx, and travertine. The structure's clean lines, fluid spaces, and seamless integration with its surroundings exemplify Mies van der Rohe's philosophy of "less is more.

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