As Barcelona continues to celebrate major milestones in Antoni Gaudí’s architectural legacy, with work on the Sagrada Família entering its final stages, Casa Batlló has unveiled its newly restored third floor. The last original residence designed by Gaudí has reopened following an extensive three-year restoration, offering a rare glimpse inside one of the architect’s most intimate domestic spaces. Once home to direct descendants of the Batlló family for more than a century, the historic Barcelona residence is now available for private bookings, celebrations and intimate dining experiences.
The archaeological-style restoration carefully removed decades of alterations to reveal the home’s remarkably preserved 1906 architecture. Along the way, conservators uncovered a series of hidden details, including floral stucco work, the residence’s original undulating ceilings, recycled doors that had been cleverly adapted by Gaudí and a previously unknown door handle design. Original woodwork, flooring and construction techniques were also painstakingly restored using traditional artisanal methods to preserve the home’s architectural integrity.
To prepare the residence for its next chapter, Italian designer Paola Navone and her team at OTTO Studio introduced a contemporary interior that complements rather than competes with Gaudí’s vision. A thoughtful mix of handcrafted objects, contrasting textures and curated furnishings brings a fresh perspective to the historic space while maintaining its distinctly domestic character.
The reopening marks the completion of Casa Batlló’s restoration of its last remaining private residence, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience one of Gaudí’s most intimate interiors in a setting that bridges more than a century of architectural and design history.
