"A recent study has concluded that the Xalet del Catllaràs in La Pobla de Lillet (Berguedà) was designed by Antoni Gaudí. The findings attribute the original project to the celebrated Catalan architect, identifying distinctive methodologies and construction techniques that align closely with his known work. Research confirms Gaudí as author of the project The investigation was commissioned from architect Galdric Santana, director of the Gaudí Chair at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and current commissioner of the Gaudí Year commemorations. His study concludes that Gaudí was indeed the author of the original design for the Xalet del Catllaràs."
"However, there is an important nuance. While Gaudí designed the project, he did not direct its construction. Nor did he publicly claim authorship. According to the study, this was likely because the building was not executed in accordance with his original plans - a significant point in understanding both the structure itself and Gaudí's silence. The report provides detailed graphic and analytical material, breaking down technical and construction aspects that are characteristic of Gaudí's architectural language."
Architect Galdric Santana attributes the original project of the Xalet del Catllaràs to Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí designed the Xalet del Catllaràs but did not direct its construction and did not publicly claim authorship. The executed building diverged from Gaudí's original plans, which likely explains his silence. The report presents graphic and analytical material identifying Gaudí's technical and construction language. Key elements identified include a transversal section analysis of the main arch comparing parabolic and catenary forms, a now-lost cloister-style corner vault typology, and room access via 45-degree distributors. These features correspond closely with known Gaudí methodologies.
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