Day one of Barcelona called for bike riding through the gridded streets to destination tapas. After indulging in fresh calamari and stuffed capsicum it was onto Igualada Cemetery by Enric Miralles and Carme Pinos. The rolling Spanish landscape was enjoyed by train for 1.5 hours to the industrial town. Nestled into an existing quarry the building sits at one with its surrounding context. The shelved landscape provides a curated experience – from above and within. The cemetery brings into question when a building becomes landscape and when landscape becomes building. Sensitive yet robust. This project provides a clear reminder that architecture needs to be experienced. Quietly sitting. Contemplative. The walled cemetery allows for a new and habitable landscape to exist.
Amy and Mel
