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The relationship between Eusebi Guell & Antoni Gaudi

Designed by Antoni Gaudi between 1900 – 1914 at the request of Eusebi Güell, Park Guell is one of the finest architectural masterpieces in Barcelona. The UNESCO recognized world heritage site was constructed during Gaudí’s naturalist stage, which is characterized by the inspiration he drew from the organic forms of nature. Read on to find out about Gaudi’s vision for the park and how it unfolded.

The Architects of Park Guell

Gaudi and Guell
Gaudi & Guell

Eusebi Guell | Gaudi's patron

Born in Barcelona in 1846 to an affluent family, Eusebi Güell was a keen traveler. He studied in Spain, England, and France before taking over his father’s businesses. A skilled entrepreneur, he was able to expand his family fortune with his forward-thinking ideas.

In 1878, Güell attended the World Fair in Paris. It was here that Güell encountered the architect Antoni Gaudí. They became friends over their similarities: both were devout Christians, who had an interest in architecture. As his businesses grew, Güell required the construction of new buildings and naturally reached out to Gaudi to create them.

Gaudi and Guell

The professional bond between Eusebi Guell and the architect Antoni Gaudi was established when Guell saw a window display that Gaudi had designed for glove trader Esteve Comella at the Universal Exhibition Paris in 1878. The first project Guell assigned to Gaudi was to make furniture pieces for the pantheon chapel at the Palacio de Sobrellano, a Canterbarean town.

Eusebi Guell assigned him another major project to carve his modern house- the Palau Guell house. They also collaborated on Casa Batllo and Sagrada Familia, finally in 1900, Gaudi was assigned to build Park Guell.

None, but Guell recognized better than any of his contemporaries the significance of Gaudi's architecture. The connection between the two men was not only related to professionalism but it became a real tale of friendship to take inspiration from.




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Frequently asked questions about Park Guell and Antoni Gaudi

Who designed park Guell in Barcelona?

Antoni Gaudi designed Park Guell in Barcelona.

Who was Antoni Gaudi?

Antoni Gaudi was a well-known architect and the face of Catalan modernism.

Who was Eusebi Guell?

Eusebi Guell was a wealthy Catalan aristocrat and businessman who served as a patron to Antoni Gaudi. His vision and financial support were instrumental in the creation of many of Gaudi's works, including Park Guell.

What was Park Guell inspired by?

Park Guell was solely inspired by the English garden city movement.

What was Park Guell originally intended as?

Originally, Park Guell was intended to be a residential estate for wealthy families. However, the project was unsuccessful, and it was later transformed into a public park.

What is Park Guell today?

Park Guell is a privatized park composed of gardens and architectural elements.

Did Gaudi live in Park Guell?

A. In 1906, at the age of 54 Gaudi moved to a house designed by another Catalan architect, Francesc Berenguer inside Park Guell. This was his last official residence in Barcelona. He lived here for nearly twenty years until his death.

What were some of Antoni Gaudi & Eusebi Guell's famous projects together?

Some of the projects they worked on together was Park Guell (A public park designed as a residential estate) Casa Batllo (A stunning residential building characterized by its organic forms and colorful facade.) and Sagrada Familia!