In 1973, Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill purchased a WWI-era cement factory near Barcelona
He immediately saw potential in the building, and began renovating it into his home
After years of partial deconstruction, his team proceeded to furnish the interior as a modern living space
The exterior was laced with vegetation, and now overflows with lush greenery
The structure has been completely transformed into a spectacular and unique home
“The Cement Factory is a place of work par excellence” Bofill writes on his official website
Each room is designed with its own special purpose, and no 2 look quite alike
“I have the impression of living… in a closed universe which protects me from the outside and everyday life” Bofill writes
“Life goes on here in a continuous sequence, with very little difference between work and leisure”
A variety of indoor and outdoor relaxation spots can be found throughout the property
Work space is also a crucial component here, as Bofill’s team uses part of the residence as a studio
The exterior is mostly covered by grass, but also eucalyptus, palm, and olive trees
This gives the building a “mysterious aspect of romantic ruin that makes it unique and unrepeatable”
“The kitchen-dining room located in the ground floor is the meeting point for the family”
Despite its incredible transformation, the factory is still a work in progress to this day
Bufill likens the project’s constant evolution to his own lifestyle and creative visions
La fábrica will always have further work to be done, which is part of its symbolic charm
With enough creative thinking, any space can become something new and beautiful
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