Josep Antoni Coderch facts for kids
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Josep Antoni Coderch i de Sentmenat (born in Barcelona, Spain, on November 26, 1913 – died in Barcelona, November 6, 1984) was a very important Spanish architect. He is known as one of the most influential architects after World War II.
Becoming an Architect
Josep Coderch began studying architecture in 1932. He attended the Barcelona School of Architecture. He finished his studies and graduated in 1940. After graduating, he worked with other architects in Madrid.
In 1942, Coderch opened his own architecture office. He worked with Manual Valls. Later, he became the city architect for Sitges, a town in Spain. There, he designed buildings like the Civil Guard garrison.
Coderch also joined important groups of architects. He became a member of the CIAM. In 1960, he joined a special group called Team 10. These groups helped shape new ideas in architecture.
Famous Buildings by Coderch
Josep Coderch designed many important buildings throughout his career. His work can be found in different parts of Spain and even in Italy. Here are some of his well-known projects:
- 1951 Ugalde House, Barcelona
- 1951 Casa de la Marina, Barcelona
- 1952 Spanish pavilion of the Triennale in Milan, Italy
- 1957 Ballvè House, Camprodón, Girona
- 1957 Olano House, Comillas, Cantabria
- 1961 Biosca House, Igualada, Barcelona
- 1962 Hotel del Mar, Palma, Majorca
- 1964 Luque House, Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona
- 1965 Gili House, Sitges
- 1966 Entrecanales House, La Moraleja, Madrid
- 1967 Rovira House, Canet de Mar, Barcelona
- 1969-71 Soler-Badia House, Igualada, Barcelona
- 1970-72 Zóbel House, Sotogrande, Cádiz
- 1971 Güell House, Barcelona
See also
In Spanish: José Antonio Coderch para niños
