Antoni Gaudí

Visionary architect who revolutionized structural design through organic forms and innovative construction techniques

Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) transformed modern architecture through his biomimetic designs in Barcelona. His masterpiece, the Sagrada Família, combines Gothic and Art Nouveau elements with revolutionary hyperbolic paraboloid structures.

Key innovations include:

• Using trencadís mosaic technique in Park Güell
• Developing catenary arch calculations for load distribution
• Incorporating natural light as structural element in Casa Batlló

Gaudí's UNESCO World Heritage Sites demonstrate how architectural functionality can merge with artistic expression. His work influenced later movements like Expressionism and Sustainable Design.

Despite dying before completing his magnum opus, Gaudí's legacy lives through ongoing construction of Sagrada Família (projected completion 2026), proving the enduring power of visionary design.