The design shown in the photo features grids with a very pronounced outer curve, almost like a bubble or a scroll. This unusual detail transforms an ordinary grid into a work of architectural art.
But this shape is not merely aesthetic. It can also serve several discreet functions: Ventilation and light: The curvature allows windows to open slightly outwards without compromising protection.
Planters: In many cultures, grilles are designed to hold small pots or planters, adding greenery to facades.
Cultural expression: This type of design is particularly common in Mediterranean, Iberian, and Moorish architecture, where ironwork is an art form.
3. Between iron and poetry:
These grilles blur the lines between functionality and art. The delicate arabesques and curved forms suggest a kind of urban poetry, a tribute to a time when every detail mattered and beauty was interwoven with everyday life.
In an era of clean lines and pure functionality, this ironwork reminds us that elegance can be combined with safety, and craftsmanship with everyday life.
4. A silent dialogue with the street. What makes these grids even more fascinating is their interaction with public space
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They attract the attention of passersby and spark their curiosity.
They transform an ordinary facade into an open-air art gallery.
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