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June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - Plaza Bizkaia enparantza and on the right is Azkuna Zentroa - Alhóndiga Bilbao

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June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - Bill Davis and Victoria Williams model with Column 27 which is known as the Modern column.

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - Looking up into the swimming pool. "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - Looking up into the swimming pool. "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - Victoria Williams models with Column 38 which is also known as the Chinese column.

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/

June 25, 2023 - "At the beginning of the 20th century, Bilbao experienced a population and economic growth that prompted it to expand into the area known as El Ensanche, where buildings such as the Alhóndiga were erected.

In 1905, the City Council commissioned the municipal architect Ricardo Bastida to build this warehouse for wine, oil and pickling, which for six decades was one of the city's commercial highlights. Ricardo Bastida designed a large, functional, advanced industrial building in the Modernist style, one of the first to use concrete, in addition to stone and brick.

The Alhóndiga closed in the 70s due to the decline of its activity. Its reopening in 2010, converted into a leisure and culture centre, is part of the process that began in Bilbao in the 1990s to turn the industrial city model into a city of services, with culture as one of the main transformation drivers.

The building, whose facades have been maintained and rehabilitated, is in the modernist style. Its exterior classicism contrasts with the unique, sober and original urban interior space, designed by French designer Philippe Starck.

The 43 columns: a great stage design

Entering the Atrium of Cultures is entering the history of art and humanity. Philippe Starck, designer of Azkuna Zentroa, turned the 43 pillars that support the three interior buildings into a cinematographic setting devised by set designer Lorenzo Baraldi.

The 43 columns symbolize, according to Lorenzo Baraldi, the millions of columns and the infinity of cultures, architectures, wars and religions that have crossed mankind throughout history. Here, the Italian set designer has materialized the cinematographic vision of the Azkuna Zentroa designer in his particular interpretation of this place.

There is no established order to walk through these columns. Each person can contribute their vision by creating their own itinerary and awakening their ability to invent stories. In the arrangement of these sculptures, the intention not to place columns of similar material or style together has prevailed, so that each one has its importance and fair relevance. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on the importance that art has in our lives, even when we are not aware of it." Previous description: www.azkunazentroa.eus/en/the-building/