Discover the modern side of inland Spain
We're talking about buildings with groundbreaking architecture, examples of innovation and creativity that coexist in Spain with popular monuments like cathedrals and castles. We invite you to discover those located in inland Spain, and we're not just talking about Madrid. Cities such as Zaragoza, León, Burgos or Mérida are home to spaces of truly original architecture.
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Cuatro Torres Business Area in Madrid
The skyline of Spain's capital is now impossible to conceive without these imposing towers: the Foster Tower, the PwC Tower, the Crystal Tower (the tallest building in Spain) and the Emperador Castellana Tower (formerly Torre Espacio), all with a height of around 200 metres. In 2021, another skyscraper was added to the area: the Caleido Tower, standing at 181 metres tall. These are five buildings that will make you look up.
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Nouvel Building of the Reina Sofía National Art Museum
This is the museum's latest extension and a striking contrast to its main building (a former 18th-century neoclassical hospital). Jean Nouvel imposes a contemporary style with the use of reflective fibreglass and a vibrant red façade that makes a strong impact from the outside. It houses many of the temporary exhibitions, a library and the museum's restaurants.
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CaixaForum Madrid
An example of space repurposing. This cultural centre was once the Mediodía Power Station, and today its groundbreaking architecture presents a light-filled space designed for creativity. The first thing that catches your eye is the vertical garden that welcomes you. The building appears as a dislocated landscape with a mountain-like roof. Inside, the central staircase is perhaps the most striking feature. It is located in the heart of Madrid's Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), making it a must-see.
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Bridge Pavilion and Water Tower in Zaragoza
The bridge designed by Zaha Hadid in the shape of a gladiolus and the original 76-metre-high tower are two of the most spectacular examples left by the 2008 International Exposition in a city that was transformed forever. A space that also houses the Zaragoza River Aquarium or the Luis Buñuel Water Park.
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Museum of Contemporary Art of Castile and León (MUSAC)
A mosaic of colours welcomes visitors to the Museum of Contemporary Art of Castile and León, built with concrete walls and 3,351 panes of glass. It was designed this way by the Spanish architects Tuñón and Mansilla. A kind of "contemporary cathedral" defined by a space open to thought.
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Museum of Human Evolution in Burgos
Although it may seem surprising, the city of Burgos has made a strong commitment to modernity to show visitors the origins of humankind. The architect and painter Juan Navarro Baldeweg conceived this building as a reproduction of the Sierra de Atapuerca (one of the most important prehistoric sites in the world) within the city. A large light box that also serves as a viewpoint overlooking the historic centre.
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Factoría Joven in Mérida (Extremadura)
Is it possible to combine a skate park, an exhibition hall and a climbing wall? If innovation is applied to architecture, then yes. This space is conceived as an area for young people's leisure activities in the city of Mérida, and it does so with a proposal of mobile and self-contained modules that offer a multitude of possibilities. The use of polycarbonate, the translucency of the ceilings and the vibrant colours of the installation underscore the originality of the space.
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Hotel Aire de Bardenas in Navarre
One of those special accommodation options that enhances the connection with nature. Furthermore, it is located in the heart of the Bardenas Reales Natural Park. Its rooms are small wooden cubes with panoramic windows and air bubbles that allow you to sleep under the stars. No noise, no crowds and plenty of design and style.
You can see other examples in our brochure of contemporary architecture in Spain.
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