On October 30th, our partner Ricard Grau, from Laboqueria Arquitectura, took part in the Cycle on Housing and Social Rights organized by the Rovira i Virgili University (URV). During the session, we shared our understanding of architecture as a tool for social transformation, presenting some of the research projects we are developing at the studio: Repoblem, Territori de Vincles, and Redó.
In a context of climate crisis, rising energy costs, and a loss of social cohesion, sustainable architecture is no longer a trend but a necessity. At Laboqueria Arquitectura, we work to demonstrate that another way of building and living is possible: one that is more respectful of the environment, healthier for people, and more deeply rooted in the land.
Our methodology integrates elements such as environmental sustainability, the health of materials, energy efficiency, and social impact, thus generating housing, renovation, and new construction projects with a cooperative and flexible vision.
At Laboqueria Arquitectura, we are committed to a new way of living — more efficient, healthy, and respectful of the environment. Our work in the energy rehabilitation of single-family homes in Vallès aims to give a second life to existing houses, improving their energy performance and comfort without losing their essence.
At Laboqueria Arquitectura, we are very pleased to announce that we have been included in the Professionals Guide of the Obras Maestras, Special Renovations issue of the prestigious magazine Arquitectura y Diseño, among the top architectural studios in Spain.
This recognition places us alongside prominent references such as Darro 18 Arquitectos, Estudio Ricardo de la Torre, Lizarriturry Tuneu, Sanmartin Guix, Dom Arquitectura, Estudio Vilablanch, Mar+Ask, Septiembre Arquitectura, Düem Studio, Iker López Estudio, Nhoma Estudio, Turull Sørensen, Durietz Design & Development, Piano Piano, and Vora.
The Parliament of Catalonia has approved the Statute of Rural Municipalities, a law that recognizes the value of small villages and aims to curb their depopulation through concrete measures such as tax benefits, bureaucratic simplification, and urban planning support tailored to their specific needs. According to an article published in La Vanguardia on July 17, 2025, this legislation will benefit 608 rural municipalities, acknowledging the need for a differentiated approach to preserve the territory and rural life.
The Guide for Tenants at Risk is now available, a practical tool to defend tenants’ rights. This guide provides clear answers to over 160 common questions about housing: how to find an apartment, what to ask the real estate agency, how to negotiate a contract or request extensions, among others.
On Saturday, April 5th, we participated in Ponent Fest, a fair of social and transformative economy, in Tàrrega. From Laboqueria Arquitectura, it was a true pleasure to be part of this gathering full of initiatives committed to the territory, sustainability, and social justice. We shared ideas and experiences about housing access models such as urban masoveria, housing cooperatives, and other alternatives that put life at the center.
From Laboqueria Arquitectura, we had the honor of participating on April 4th in this engaging session organized by VIURE Montblanc. It was a unique opportunity to explore alternative housing access models such as urban tenancy, housing cooperatives, and other innovative approaches.
We are very pleased to announce that the Noucentista House in Igualada, renovated by Laboqueria Arquitectura, was featured in the fourth episode of the TV3 program Entre quatre parets. In this episode of the series, musician El Petit de Cal Eril invites us into his home—an inspiring space that blends history and modernity. The renovation preserves the essence and architectural values of the original early 20th-century house, while adapting it with contemporary design principles to meet today’s standards of comfort and functionality.
Redó, recognized with the Rezero Catalunya 2025 Award in the company category! This award highlights circular construction as a tool for social and environmental transformation, emphasizing the importance of rethinking, reusing, renovating, and rebuilding to minimize the environmental impact of construction processes.