Antoni Plàcid Guillem Gaudí i Cornet (25 June 1852–10 June 1926) – in English sometimes referred to by the Spanish translation of his name, Antonio Gaudí – was a Spanish architect who belonged to the Modernist style (Art Nouveau) movement and was famous for his unique and highly individualistic designs.
Detail of Spires from the Temple de la Sagrada Familia
Tops of spires at the Temple de la Sagrada Familia. Note the inscriptions spelled out in tiles on the sides of these spires
Detail of a facade from the Temple de la Sagrada Familia
Main Platform at the Parque Guell. Notice Gaudi’s signature tile work on the upper wall; the supporting columns are intentionally staggered, sometimes leaning in opposite directions
Shadows under the main platform at the Parque Guell
Wave-like front of Casa Mila (La Pedrera); built to hold apartments, the building is now owned by Caixa de Catalunya, a savings bank
Towering spires at the Temple de la Sagrada Familia
Columns supporting main platform at the Parque Guell
From courtyard, looking in through stained glass, Barcelona
Looking though stained glass at an upper-story courtyard, Barcelona
