Madrid's catalogue entry is Torres Blancas (1969), designed by Francisco Javier Sáenz de Oíza. A Brutalist residential tower whose organic, tree-like form in raw concrete represents a uniquely Spanish interpretation of the style — sculptural and biomorphic where its Northern European counterparts tended toward geometric severity.
The Vandelay collection · Spain
Architecture in Madrid
Take a closer look at Torres Blancas by Francisco Javier Sáenz de Oíza. This guide focuses on one documented place in Madrid and its organic architecture architecture.
1 building in this collection 2 styles
- Architects
- Francisco Javier Sáenz de Oíza
- Styles
- Organic architecture · Brutalist
A closer look
About Torres Blancas
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Bilbao
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Before you explore
- What does this Madrid guide cover?
- Vandelay currently documents 1 building in Madrid. This page introduces that place, with links to styles and architects. It is not a complete inventory of the city’s architecture.
- Can I visit the buildings shown here?
- A building’s inclusion does not mean its interior is open to visitors. Check the venue’s official website for current access, opening hours and booking requirements before planning a visit.
- Does this guide include a walking route?
- The website offers a selection of buildings and architectural context, rather than a fixed itinerary. In the app, use the map to find documented buildings and AR to see nearby places with live distances.
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