Casa Milà

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/casa-mil

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Casa Milà built?1906–1912
2. What is the location?Passeig de Gràcia, 92, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
3. What is the architect?Antoni Gaudí
4. What is Casa Milà and why is it called the Wavy Stone House?Casa Milà is a famous building in Barcelona, Spain, known for its wavy stone exterior and twisty balconies. It earned the nickname "La Pedrera" because its stone walls look like a stone quarry.
5. Why is Casa Milà special for its design?The building has a self-supporting stone façade that lets the inside be open and flexible. It also features an underground garage and a special ventilation system, new ideas at the time.

Modernista Architecture: A Catalan Art Nouveau movement characterized by organic forms, vibrant colors, and decorative ornamentation.
Trencadís: A type of mosaic work made from broken ceramic tiles, commonly used by Gaudí.
Structural Innovation: A new or improved method or design in building construction that enhances stability or functionality.