Resources
BIArch offers a variety of facilities for students enrolled in the MBIArch, including classrooms and workshops, personal workspaces and computer resources.
Model Workshop and Computer Resources
Program Facilities
Program facilities cover a total surface of 1,266 m2 and include:
- A permanent study room with capacity for 30 students
- Two seminar rooms
- A multipurpose hall
- A model workshop
Program facilities are housed in the IDEC building of the Universitat Pompeu Fabra, ideally situated in the heart of the Eixample district, a few minutes walking distance from La Pedrera, with easy access to public transportation and services.
La Pedrera
The Casa Milà, also known as “La Pedrera” is the official head office of the Barcelona Institute of Architecture. The building, designed by Antoni Gaudí and completed in 1910, has belonged to Catalunya Caixa and has been the headquarters of its Social Work since 1986.
La Pedrera is a major cultural center and one of the city’s key reference points, hosting various activities and exhibitions. All of BIArch’s public events and activities, including Open Lectures, Seminars, and Advisory Council meetings are held at La Pedrera.
Libraries
Student enrolled in the program enjoy full access--including consultation and work spaces and the option to borrow materials--to the library of the Col•legi d’Arquitectes de Catalunya (Architect’s Institute of Catalonia). The COAC Library is one of the largest and most important libraries in Europe specializing in architecture and design, with a total of around 180,000 volumes distributed in five territorial departments.
The Barcelona library holds 73,000 books and periodicals, as well a large collection of video and digital media, databases, and other information resources.
Students will also have access to the libraries of the Universitat Pompeu Fabra.
Model Workshop and Computer Resources
Program facilities include a 80m2 fully-equipped model workshop, offering technical assistance and equipment to construct models and prototypes. Students also have access to other presentation resources such as B&W and color printers, plotters, digital imaging equipment, desktop publishing software and photocopiers.
Students will have access to a computer lab with workstation PCs provided by the Institute, yet they are expected to have their own computers (preferably a portable laptop) for a range of work including communications, Internet use, and specific design applications.
BIArch will offer access to and/or temporary licenses for 2D/3D modeling, simulations, calculation, GIS, image processing, animation and rendering, and desktop publishing software, as well as on-campus wireless Internet access. Students will also be able to connect to the BIArch network, which provides access to the Institute’s online resources and personal email accounts.
Opening Hours
BIArch’s administrative office is open Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm. The office is closed on public holidays. Program facilities will be open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 10 pm and Saturdays from 8 am to 2 pm.
Opening hours will be extended during certain periods, such as preparation for reviews and exams.
Where to find us
Balmes 132-34, 3rd floor - 08008 Barcelona
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