Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - WindowsBetween Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Image 3 of 21Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - WindowsBetween Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Windows, BrickBetween Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - More Images+ 16

Text description provided by the architects. The project “Between Cathedrals” seeks to create an intervention worthy of the most significant location in the history of Cadiz, the oldest city of the West: the empty space facing the sea located between the Old and New Cathedrals.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Windows
© Javier Callejas

The basic premise is to cover and protect an archeological excavation. Additionally, this new plane serves as a base for a space facing the ocean, a raised public space providing clear views unobstructed by cars passing on the circle road.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Glass, Column, Handrail, Coast
© Javier Callejas

A light, white platform is thus conceived, poised over the excavation as if on tiptoe, and reached by a side ramp. Over this plane, a huge canopy structure is built to provide protection from the sun and rain.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Windows
© Javier Callejas

Constructed as if it were a ship, it is painted completely white to accentuate its lightness. The paved area is carpeted in white marble.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Coast
© Javier Callejas

In the construction of the base; the memory of ships. In that of the shade structure, as if it were a baldachin; the memory of a holy week procession.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Windows, Facade
© Javier Callejas

We would like to make a beautiful piece of architecture, worthy of this wonderful place, and worthy of being part of the collective memory of Cadiz.

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza - Windows, Brick, Facade
© Javier Callejas

Project gallery

See allShow less

Project location

Address:Cádiz, Spain

Click to open map
Location to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.
About this office
Cite: "Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza" 13 Apr 2010. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/55969/between-cathedrals-alberto-campo-baeza> ISSN 0719-8884

© Javier Callejas

Between Cathedrals / Alberto Campo Baeza

You've started following your first account!

Did you know?

You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.