Casa Vicens

Casa Vicente is the starting point for understanding Gaudí's architectural style. While not as widely known as the Sagrada Familia or Casa Milà, it perfectly demonstrates how Gaudí drew inspiration from tradition and boldly innovated, ultimately creating his unique style. It is the first comprehensive display of Gaudí's genius and is one of the must-visit destinations for architecture enthusiasts in Barcelona.

This was the first attraction I visited in Barcelona. It was already evening when we arrived, so there were relatively few visitors, perhaps because Casa Vicens is much less popular. This building is an early work by Gaudí, and his personal style isn't particularly strong yet. Besides the various plant details, it also incorporates Moorish and Southeast Asian elements. The rooftop and small garden were also very relaxing in the evening.

As Gaudí's first work, Casa Vicens is truly stunning! It also has its own unique design style and concept. I personally think it's worth visiting!

Gaudi's first residential design is also worth seeing. I don't know why it is rarely recommended. The colors are bright, fully reflecting the integration of nature and people-oriented. The design concept is advanced, and even the servants' work area is fully considered. I feel Mr. Gaudi's noble character and the equality and respect for people in that era.

Very worthwhile. Similar to the Güell Palace. It is Gaudí's first work, with Arabic style, well-detailed and avant-garde. It is imaginative and combines design, nature, and function. You will never get tired of it.

If you know Gaudi's works, you will know at a glance that this is a very early work of Gaudi, and the overall style is different from his later works. At that time, Gaudi had not yet fully followed his saying "curves belong to God, straight lines belong to humans", so here you can see Gaudi's early creative concept. This building was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005. The whole building has Mudejar and oriental flavors and belongs to Gaudi's "Oriental Period". Gaudi has always been a slow worker. From the beginning of Manuel Vincens' commissioning Gaudi to complete this architectural project, it took him a total of 10 years.

I went to the subway station sign outside Park Güell and saw that the Vincent House was also nearby. So I followed the navigation. It was in a very small alley. It was a very obvious building. It was super beautiful. Because I didn’t make an appointment, I didn’t go in. There were not many people visiting. I took photos outside. I like the unique charm of this style.