The 150 open spaces invite the public to explore and understand the value of good architecture.
The program of 48H OPEN HOUSE BCN 2012 has new additions as the Fàbrica del Sucre (Jordi Garcés, 2011), the Casa Nau (Carol Iborra Arquitectura 1999), the building Mercabarna-Flor (Willy Müller, 2008), the Palau Mornau (Manuel Joaquim Raspall i Mayol, 1908), the Umbracle (Josep Fontseré, 1883) or the Font Màgica in Montjuïc (Carles Buïgas, 1929). A rich, varied and qualitative offer designed to meet the tastes and preferences of all citizens. The locals and visitors of the city during the weekend of October 27th and 28th will can choose from a total of 10 street circuits. In each space, the architects, users or volunteers will guide the public through the works.
The 48H OHB belongs to a network of international events, which concretes in the Open House Worlwide www.openhouseworldwide.org. The 48H Open House BCN active participation as one of the 22 members of this network helps to reinforce and give visibility to Barcelona and its culture globally.
48H OPEN HOUSE BCN 2012, THE BARCELONA ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL.
*The third edition of the 48H Open House BCN takes place the weekend of 27 and 28 October.
*More than 150 open buildings.
*An event open to public participation.
*Architects, users, planners and volunteers will explain each space to the visitors.
*A divulgative activity designed for the general public and free of charge.
