Casa Milà, better known as La Pedrera, meaning the “The Quarry,” is a building designed by Antoni Gaudí and built during the years 1906–1912. His passion for the changing balance of nature is manifested in this creation.

It was a controversial design at the time for the bold forms of the undulating stone facade and wrought iron decoration of the balconies and windows.

Architecturally it is considered an innovative work for its steel structure and curtain walls – the façade is self-supporting. Other innovative elements were the construction of underground car parking and separate lifts and stairs for the owners and their servants.

In 1984, it was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. (most from Wikipedia)

This will be a small sub-gallery as we didn’t really get to see a whole lot of the building. Only one apartment was open as the rest are occupied, and because of the rain, we couldn’t go on the roof, where the wonderful chimneys are located. Going up on the roof in good weather is one of my prime goals when we return to Barcelona at the end of June!