Torre Agbar, Barcelona's new highrise by Ateliers Jean Nouvel in collaboration with b720 Arquitectura, Garcia-Ventosa Arquitectura, and Leopoldo Rodes Arquitecto.
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The tower is located in the gritty district of the Placa de las Glories.
Photo: Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre

Typical column-free space.
Photo: Andrea Martiradonna

The lighting effect is enriched by multicolored cabinets designed by Tecno.
Photo: Andrea Martiradonna

Typical cabinet elevation and plan.
Image: Tecno Extra Large Image

Cabinet as interior wall surface.
Photo: Andrea Martiradonna

Pixelated exterior envelope affects interior lighting.
Photo: Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre

Color flares over the surface, from hot reds at the base, cooling to blues higher up.
Photo: Ateliers Jean Nouvel