What the building logbook (llibre de l'edifici) for existing residential buildings in Catalonia must contain, when it becomes mandatory and the grants available to draw it up.
Kitchen islands improve workflow, define open-plan spaces and become the social heart of the home. How to approach them from an architectural point of view.
A property described as a home in the title deeds may not have residential use under planning law. Why you should check its planning history before buying.
Why a technical inspection by an architect before buying a home can save you from hidden structural problems such as rotten timber joists, corroded steel beams or aluminosis.
Three surprising thermal bridge cases from a real energy analysis: the window reveal 'funnel', negative psi values and why an uninsulated cellular concrete parapet can outperform a fully insulated one.
A guide to the new asbestos certificate required in Catalonia under Law 8/2026: obligations, legal gaps, the "visible asbestos" error and a free certificate template.
Last updated: 18 October 2026.How much does it cost to build a precast concrete house in Catalonia? A standard-quality detached or terraced home costs, for construction alone and excluding VAT, [...]
n our recent energy analysis for this project, we uncovered three particularly interesting cases that we’ll explore in this post. Insulating isn't always as simple as 'throwing a blanket [...]
A Construction Manager (or Construction Project Manager) is the professional responsible for coordinating all phases of a construction project, ensuring that agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. In [...]
Thermography has become one of the most powerful tools for understanding what is really happening inside a building. At first glance we can see cracks, leaks or deteriorated finishes, but [...]
