BUSINESS REPORT

Kalam is the builder with the best ratings given by the Spanish State for public tenders for building rehabilitation and and the conservation of Artistic Heritage. With nearly 30 years in the business, we have performed restorations recognized and rewarded by professionals and managers of architectural heritage, such as interventions in the cathedrals of Sigüenza, , Sevilla, Almeria, Cuenca, Cádiz, etc., and we have worked continuously for various dioceses of the church and for such solvent companies as those of the insurance sector, who only put their property in the hands of qualified companies that offer them the best guarantees.

From our beginnings it has been a priority to have a roster for the company comprised of highly qualified and trusted professionals: Fine Arts graduates, restorers, teachers of traditional building trades specializing in the work of lead, zinc, wood, and the reproduction of architectural items, mortar coverings, etc., led by highly trained and experienced technicians.

With our company in Chile, we have an Operating Unit with equipment and our own restoration workshop to service and support restorations in Latin American countries in which we are not located, currently restoring, among others, the Poplar and Cousiño in Santiago or the Palacio Rioja in Viña del Mar, and in Cuba, the former of Velasco Sarrá, current Embassy of in Havana. Our technical team and managers are exclusively focused with the intent to direct the attention of our work to civil and religious monuments through public tenders, as well as with economic groups, including some already established clients such as Zurich, Generali, Mapfre, Catalana Occidente, Caixa, Banco Santander, Telefónica, General Electric, etc.. We are working on the Cathedral of Santo Domingo for the Archbishop and the Government of the Dominican Republic, and we have launched other projects through the Kalam Karibe company, owned by Kalam in its entirety, which allows us to effectively cover the logistics, materials and specialized methods in restoration interventions in the countries of the region.

C o m p a n i e s a n d operational c e n t e r s of t h e k a l a m g r o u p Bilbao France Belgium Holland k a l a m . e s Chile Peru Dominican Republic Cuba Angola + 3 4 9 0 0 1 0 1 7 1 8 In Central Africa, we began a major comprehensive rehabilitation work for the Ministry of Fisheries of Angola of 23 million euros, a "turnkey" project and work.

We upend the expectations and earn the appreciation of public representatives and private buildings that are committed to their valuable and unique architectural heritage deserving an update that will be valued.

With a commitment to strive to earn your trust, we are at your disposal, offering our services to answer you in any questions or to give you any further information.

Ramón Mayo [email protected]

• introduction

• in-house teams and equipment

• clients

• completed works:

• comprehensive rehabilitation • facade restoration • heritage restoration

• accreditations

• social responsibility, ekaba

index i n introduction to content t This business report leads a tour in the form of sampling the activities developed by Kalam. Its main body includes some of our references, organized around the three r divisions of work: full rehabilitation, restoration of façades, and heritage restoration, which responds adequately and efficiently to the needs of the territorial areas in o which we operate. d The world of building conservation is complex, rich, very diverse and requires spe- cialists, equipment, appropriate means and experience, in addition to the criteria u and rigor to carry out work with the full guarantees of quality and success. That is why you look throughout these pages, reflecting on what we do in our work, as the- se professional divisions are not set in stone. You will find Heritage works in the field c of Full Rehabilitation or Restoration of Façades, to which we responded to their sco- pe, adapting our multidisciplinary teams of Heritage and Rehabilitation services to t the projects themselves. This is the case of the Rioja Palace or the Major Seminary i of Comillas or the work on our more recent heritage, from the twentieth century, working with the appropriate knowledge, criteria and techniques. This flexibility and o responsiveness, only possible from our structure and team of professionals, allows us to attend to all interventions, optimizing deadlines and guaranteeing the quality n by having the offices necessary for the conservation of buildings ready to go. Also, when working for private clients and owners’ communities, they trust us to perform their work, whether it is the restoration of unique elements, architectural reproduc- tions of façades in our own workshops, structural repairs, works to improve energy t efficiency or removal of architectural barriers in their buildings. o In addition to these references, we provide information on our means and teams with which we carry out our work. A compendium of some clients, both public or- ganizations and private institutions, for which we have worked. Our certifications c and seals of quality are listed in the accreditation section, and, finally, a section on social responsibility, listing some of the work performed within our commitment and effort to dedicate means and attention in relation to our sector. o n t e n t human resources h In Kalam it has been a priority to ensure the value-added differentiation of our work, u which has earned us the trust of our clients and a position at the forefront of the industry. m To that end, we have created a staff of technicians, historians, Fine Arts graduates, restorers, master craftsmen and basic trades, all with training and experience in a rehabilitation and restoration, who have suitable support facilities and materials. n

r e s o u r c e s logistics, material and ancillary facilities a n d

l o g i s t i c S materials mapping and mapping showing forms of alteration performance methodologies project support department (PSD-DAP)

Intervention in heritage and extraordinary monuments, always complex buildings which required troubleshooting various functional problems and a whole repertoire of pathologies, led us to create the Project Support Department (DAP).

In the different preliminary research or predesign phases, DAP identifies the building damages, studies the materials and complements the analysis of the building systems used, proposing solutions to the heritage group representatives and their technical staff.

Distinguished architectural studios have appreciated our contribution to optimize construction investment and timelines, without losing its cultural significance sampling h u m a petrographic analyses using optical microscopy n

mechanical and water r characterization e s o u r c

selection of intervention e methods s

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DAP. laboratory: analysis and control l A relevant section of PSD-DAP is our laboratory, which allows us to determine the immediate physical and chemical characterization of constructive components, o aggressive agents and environmental conditions. A diagnostic hypothesis is obtained g throughout the entire process of the works, as a reference for the construction solutions finally implemented: i s • System of adoption of security measures relating to the rehabilitated building. • Systems of demolition, shoring, reinforcement and partial consolidation during the t development of the Restoration Project. i • Analysis, diagnosis and intervention in building pathology; foundations; enclosures; c roofs; wood, masonry or steel structures; reinforced concrete; fracturing / cracking; peeling and cryptoflorescence (hidden salt crystallisation); oxidation and corrosion; S physical, chemical and biological erosion; capillary moisture and condensation; leaking and other water-related damage. PSD-DAP. a singular example

A good example of the level of confidence in our Project Support Department, of which we are very proud, is that the National Archaeological Museum of Spain commissioned us to write, for the Museographic Plan, conservation studies about more than six hundred pieces from the Organic Materials and Fine Arts collections. These were drafted by a team of Art History graduates and restorers, about works in stone and wood, canvas paintings, panel paintings, furniture, musical instruments, sarcophagi, mummies, textiles and archaeological artifacts. clients public bodies

• Ministerio de Educación y Cultura • EMVS de diversos ayuntamientos • Ministerio de Fomento • Comunidad de Madrid • Ministerio de la Presidencia • Junta de Castilla y León • Ministerio de Economía y • Senado Hacienda • Junta de Castilla La Mancha • Ministerio de Agricultura • Gobierno de Cantabria • Ministerio de Justicia • Gobierno de Aragón • Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores y • Asamblea de Madrid de Cooperación • Diputación Provincial de Toledo • Banco de España • Consorcio de Toledo • Instituto del Patrimonio Cultural de • Gobierno de Aragón España • Instituto Politécnico del Ejercito • • Canal de Isabel II • Ayuntamientos • Embajada de Bélgica

PATRONATO DEL ALCÁZAR clients public bodies

• Embajada de Marruecos • República de Angola. Ministerio das • Embajada de Colombia Pescas • Embajada de Sudáfrica • Casa de América • Renfe • Municipalidad Santiago de Chile • Dirección General de la Vivienda • Municipalidad Viña del Mar. Chile • Congreso de los Diputados • Patronato del Alcázar • Casa de América • Ministerio de Cultura República de • Cámara de Comercio de Madrid Francia • Centro de Monumentos Nacionales • Saumur Agglo - Francia - Francia • Région Pays de la Loire - Francia • Operador de Patrimonio y de • Départament Maine-et-Loire - Proyectos inmobiliarios de la Francia Cultura - Francia

República de Angola Ministério das Pescas

Santiago de Chile clients private institutions and entities

• Arzobispado de Madrid • Museo Thyssen Bornemisza • Arzobispado de Toledo • Banesto • Arzobispado de Santiago de • la Caixa Compostela • Banco Santander • Obispado de Cuenca • Compañía Nacional de Seguros • Obispado de Coria – Cáceres • Zurich España • Obispado de Alcalá de Henares • El Corte Inglés • Obispado de Sigüenza • Real Madrid C.F. • Obispado de Getafe • Sumasa • Madres Clarisas del Valdemoro • Mutua Madrileña Automovilista • Madres Mercedarias de Madrid • Inmobiliaria Colonial • Carmelitas Descalzas de San José • Richard Ellis • Madres Clarisas de Griñón • Autopistas Concesionarias Españolas • Metrópolis, S.A. Compañía de Seguros • Fundación Instituto San José • Museo Arqueológico Nacional clients private institutions and entities

• Chase Manhatan Bank E.E.U.U. • Printer Comunication • Mitsubishi Bank Japón • Colegio Agustiniano • Sumitomo Bank Japón • R.A.C.E. • Laboratorios Vetoquinol • Eliop • Producciones Óptico Digitales • Inasa • Laboratorios Ybys • Hotel Princesa.Green • Seguros Omnia Investment • Grupo Meliá • Cyanamid Ibérica • Prime Time Broad Cast, S.A. • Hermandad Nacional de • Gullón, S.A. Arquitectos Superiores • Mapfre • Catalana Occidente • Promodiet • Seguros Bilbao • Tesauro • Sor Holding Limited • Aguirre Newman • Fundación Casa de la Virgen clients private institutions and entities

• Fundación Ana Mª Lama • Colegio Jesús María • Gran Hotel Medinaceli • Real Academia Nacional de • Certu Medicina • Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos de • Posada del León de Oro C.B. Guadalajara • Deutsche Bank • Citylux • KGK Ramblas España, S.L. • Otemargar • Clínica Nuestra Señora de • Novorama América • Publimetro • Caja de Madrid • Acción Media • Satre • JcDecaux • Generali Seguros • Ulma • General Electric • Crédito y Caución • Telefónica • Grupo Gargallo • Hotel Ritz • Sol Meliá • Fundación César Carlos c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i t a t i o n . 1 2 comprehesive rehabilitation of buildings

The organization and solvency unique or protected buildings, of Kalam, together with the such as Casa Matesanz, Metropolis appropriate human and material Seguros (Insurance) or the building resources, ensure, with a balanced on Santa Catalina 7 in Madrid, quality/price ration, the complete with an exceptional completion rehabilitation of buildings. period (4,500 m2 building in 70 calendar days) and large estates, Our structure of work departments such as General Electric, which allows us to offer supplementary demand rigorous compliance and services that cover all the work maximum guarantees. In all them, on an enclosure – roofing, interior we work with the quality that we 3 and exterior façades, and areas in propose, which is the hallmark of contact with the ground -, in the our work. interior of the building – structure, updating to regulations, improved With professionals on staff in accessibility, changes of use, carpentry, armed with broad unique elements and spaces, etc. and accredited experience – or works abroad with updates to developing works of Historic Artistic their environment. Heritage, we carry out, under strict technical controls and our Throughout our professional career, own safety protocols, scaffolding, we have been trusted to bring demolitions and reinforcements buildings up to date by owners’ or replacements of structural communities, upon request, elements. 4 unfavourable ITE, etc.; owners of

5 6 Images legend 1: Complete rehabilitation of the Rioja Palace in Chile. 2: On-site workshop installed on the project. 3: Restoration of iron railing in the headquarters of the Bank of Spain in Madrid. 4: Reproduction of sgraffiti. 5: Artisanal carpentry work. 6 and 7: Complete rehabilitation in the Major Seminary of Comillas. 8: Work in zinc on the roof of the former headquarters of the Royal Asturiana Mining Company. 7 our material and human resources

Kalam has Departments for Risk Prevention and for the Control of Materials and Pathologies, with a laboratory for analysis, control and monitoring of its work and to provide technical assistance to patrimonial groups and architects in the project development phase. A common requirement in this type of work is its completion under the conditions of use of the building. Our technicians carry out a detailed study, designed to optimize the management of the work and the equipment, minimizing discomfort to the users. In the rehabilitation on Calle Goya 103, we completed a mimetic lift without any evictions and with the full functioning of the building. Particularly noteworthy are the interventions aimed at increasing the energy efficiency of buildings, where Kalam has intervened not only in isolated buildings but also in the remodelling of neighbourhoods, also making improvements in accessibility, adapting facilities to regulations or improving common spaces.

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r e h a b i Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile l i The Palacio Rioja is one of the most emblematic buildings of Chile, declared a National Historic Landmark and Building of Architectural Interest. The rehabilitation t Kalam is performing involves consolidating almost all of its construction, with serious a structural damage caused by the 2010 earthquake. The restoration includes intervention in the facades and the full recovery of its rich interior ornamentation, t classic and , with outstanding columns shaped like women, that idealize i Native American and European cultures, with marble, woodwork, panelling and magnificent gildings used to decorate the rooms. o An important work of structural consolidation was carried out, using techniques originally applied in the construction of the palace and all the roofs were renovated. n The landscaping around the palace was also developed. During all the work, on-site . workshops were held, which helped to involve local technicians in the restoration process. Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile t a t i o n . Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile t a t i o n . Palacio Rioja. Viña del Mar, Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i t Palacio Vergara. Viña del Mar, Chile a Kalam restored this Valencian-inspired Palace located in Viña del Mar and t declared a Historic Monument, in order to restore the splendour and functionality of its original spaces that will house its new use as the Museum of Fine Arts. The i intervention includes work both on the enclosure and the interior. In the restoration o of its façades, our master craftsmen restored its ornamentation through moulding techniques and taking samples, and replaced the roof to ensure the waterproofing n of the property. In the interior, its structural stability is recovered, replacing the non- . original elements and adapting all the spaces for its new use as a museum which will contain the third most important collection of pictures in the country. Palacio Vergara. Viña del Mar, Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile t The professionals from Kalam have completed the restoration of the Álamos Palace, a an example of Art Nouveau in Santiago. The building, designed by the architects Alberto Álamos and Humberto Bravo at the beginning of the twentieth century, t has recovered its beauty to be enjoyed by the residents of the neighbourhood i of Yungay, being converted into a community centre, open to public visitation. The intervention included the restoration of the entirety of its interior through the o recovery of the layout, coatings, carpentry and ornamental elements of its spaces. A total update of the complex was completed, with the restoration of its façades to n recover the original look of the building, very distorted by the effect of earthquakes . and previous work, with all new work being developed by the company’s team of artisans in Chile. Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile e

r e h a b i l i t a t i o n . Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile r e h a b i l i t a t i o n . Palacio Álamos. Santiago de Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Palacio Cousiño. Santiago de Chile t

This emblematic building, icon of the Belle Époque, and the most luxurious palace a built in Chile at the end of the nineteenth century has been recovered by the Kalam t technicians. Designed by the French architect Paul Lathoud and constructed between 1870 and 1878, it was closed for damage suffered in the earthquake of 2010. The i building was severely affected by landslides, causing damage to its cornices, cutting o and collapsing its arches and dropping 600 litters of water in the dining area through the breakage of thermoses installed on the roof. The intervention has proposed a n comprehensive approach covering all the needs of the building, which has been reopened to the public as a museum. The recovery of the façades was included to . restore their original colour, from white to damask, along with structural reinforcement, repair of the greenhouse and the restoration of its interior spaces, among others. Palacio Cousiño. Santiago de Chile c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i Palacio Pereira, Santiago de Chile l i Kalam is performing the recovery of this emblematic palace located in the t heart of Santiago, which will be the a headquarters of the Department of Library Archives of Museums and the t National Board of Monuments. i The works will include the structural consolidation and repair of the building, o the recovery of its interiors and the restoration of the enclosure, among other n works to condition the building to its new . use and which will return this preserved and vital icon to the people. Paseo de Gracia, 96 - Barcelona c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i Paseo de Gracia, 96 - Barcelona l Restoration of the interiors and façades of the studio house of painter Ramon i Casas, designed in 1899 by the architect Antoni Rovira i Rabasa, for its adaptation t to commercial use while respecting its historical value. Completed for Goa Invest, we highlight the importance of the coordination and adjustment of our teams to a the objectives and project deadlines. Demand, quality, safety and efficiency are t the shared guidelines in the project in which our staff has recovered the beauty of its interior with the work on sgraffito plasters, coffered ceilings and wooden i carpentry – returning the woodwork to the original colour of the noble woods – o flooring, gilded cornice mouldings, the arcade with Solomonic columns, the main staircase and the ornate stone fireplace, among others. In addition to these n works, the interior façade has been restored, which shares the heart of the city with . the emblematic Casa Milá, La Pedrera, by Antonio Gaudí. Paseo de Gracia, 96 - Barcelona c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Casa Matesanz t

Unforgettable twentieth-century architecture heritage, such as Gran Vía 27, a has been restored using appropriate techniques and firms; in its facades and t unsuspected corners appear unique elements created by a great architect like Antonio Palacios. Structural reinforcement and new space allocation were carried i out, it was provided with new facilities as: plumbing, electrical, telephone, fire o prevention, HVAC, telecommunication and elevator systems. Natural stone flooring, hardwood parquet, ceilings and the corresponding interior finishes completed its n updating, but recuperating its original design and functionality. Noteworthy is the . replacement of the curved glass of its beautiful enclosed balconies, installed during the Civil War, with polygonal shapes in the joinery layout. Casa Matesanz c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Casa Matesanz t The Property relied on us to carry out an adaptation of the Matesanz building to the a fire regulations and install the new unique lighting, consisting of 8 LED luminaires up to 14 meters in length that intersect each other obliquely across the entire central t hall, by deploying a wide variety of auxiliary means. In addition, motion detectors i and LED lamps were installed in the whole building, leading to great energy savings. The adequacy of fire protection included in the renovation of more than 100 doors o and their corresponding complements, the fireproofing of all the facilities and the provision of a fire extinguishing system in the first and second floor offices through n water sprinklers. Finally, the image of the building was renovated, placing floor . signs, polishing and shining the marble floors and stairs, painting and installing a new countertop. Casa Matesanz c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Santa Catalina, 7 t a The interior of a 4,700 m² building was given a new use and totally reconstructed, with reinforced foundation, headers, joists and posts, demolishing and rebuilding the t floor assembies. The building was equipped with new space allocations, including i offices, cafeteria, gym, sauna, audiovisual rooms, classrooms, etc., as well as new o facilities and engineering systems, with excellent finishes and furnishings. The work for rehabilitation has been done in a record time of 70 days! Five working shifts n during the seven days of the week make this a singular example of our capacity for . logistics in rehabilitation projects. Santa Catalina, 7 c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Santa Catalina, 7 t a t i o n . Santa Catalina, 7 (initial state) c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Santa Catalina, 7 (intermediate state) t a t i o n . Santa Catalina, 7 (final state) c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Edificio Metrópolis(phase I) t

Designed in 1907 by French architects Jules and Raymond a Fevrier and finalized by the Spanish Luis Esteve at the t intersection of Alcalá and Gran Vía streets, we intervened comprehensively in this emblematic building in Madrid. We i have maintained it since 1996, highlighting its magnificent o facade with the restoration of the sculptural groups by Mariano Benlliure, the Winged Victory of F. Coullaut Valera n and its spectacular dome, on which we applied 40,000 . sheets of gold leaf. Real Compañía Asturiana de Minas c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Real Compañía Asturiana de Minas t In Plaza de España in Madrid, this magnificent building, formerly the headquartes a of the Roya Asturian Company, stands out because not only the roofs, sculptural groups and other decorative facade elements -balustrades, mansard roofs, corbels, t cornices, moldings, etc.- but also the richly decorated interior (whose ceilings boast i patina and allegorical paintings) are made of zinc. This makes it a building unique in the world, whose beauty was recuperated by our company. Rehabilitation was o completed by intervening inside the building, protecting or adapting the interior n spaces with an open space for later use. The metal structure, which represente a great example of nineteenth century industrial architecture, was left exposed. . Taray, 13

Kalam was involved in the rehabilitation and complete adaptation of the roofs and ironwork of these buildings located on Calle Taray, in . Due to their special characteristics, as some of these buildings are listed by the Docomo Foundation (Documentation and Conservation of buildings, sites and neighbourhoods of the Modern Movement), dedicated to the documentation and conservation of architecture and urbanism of the modern movement, the work was performed under the supervision of Historical Heritage, obtaining the same degree of conformity that the entity of the building requires. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Seminario Mayor de Comillas t We feel fortunate to have worked comprehensively and on the restoration of a the noble salons, in the largest modernist intervention outside of Catalonia, a monument masterfully adorned by a team of the best artisans of the Catalan scene t who accompanied the great architect Luis Domènech I Montaner. The severe i deterioration suffered through decades of neglect in the walls, roofs and interiors led to Deep interventions for the eradication of humidity and its effects. Structural o seams were repaired, filled with stone, brick, tiles and limestone mortar suitable to those originally used. For two consecutive years, we worked on restoring the main n lobby, the coffered ceilings, the auditorium, the narthex, the richly ornamented . stairs; murals on canvas and wood; gold, noble salons, as well as the facades and the cloister. Seminario Mayor de Comillas c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Seminario Mayor de Comillas t a t i o n . Via Laietana, 4 c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Via Laietana, 4 t This building owned by General Electric was rehabilitated, including structural a reinforcement, partial floor slab replacement, interior fittings and finishes. We restored the principal balconies and balustrades through: stitching with stainless steel rods, t and shaping volumes, both on site and by preparing molds with restoration mortars, i in order to recoup the original forms. The cornices and fascias, louvered shutters on the balconies, and balcony metalwork were treated by repaing and substituting o the damaged parts. On the roof, new slate mansards were formed, rehabilitating n the turrets, replacing the metallic supporting structure and laying new slate. . Via Laietana, 23

Intervention in the vestibule, community staircase and patio of this level C building in the Heritage Catalogue of the city of Barcelona. The work consisted of removing of salts and restoration of stucco, the reintegration of sgraffito, applying glazes on different faces, the patching and cleaning of the areas with cracks and fissures, etc. The marble floor was replaced, the staircase railings were painted andthe patio windows were restored. The intervention was completed with the relocation of the community water and light facilities and the centralization of the meters in the basement. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Pº de Gracia, 35 t Restoration of the rear entrance of this emblematic building of Domenech i Montaner, La Casa Lleó Morera. The a elements added to the terrace were eliminated, such as t the heaters, vents, etc., in order to correctly waterproof the entire assembly and pave it with white ceramic bricks placed i in interweaving fishbone pieces. A new zinc coverage was o completed on the English patio and the original marble staircase was reproduced as well as its wrought iron railing. n Finally, conservation work on the vertical walls were carried . out, tiling and cleaning them, while painting the rest. La Caixa

Kalam carried out the comprehensive rehabilitation of La Caixa’s main building in Madrid, at Paseo de la Castellana 51, working in phases under the direction of La Caixa technicians. The final construction that we completed on the top three floors was under the control of Colonial Real Estate. Work was undertaken on the structure, roofs, garage and building services, with adaptations and layouts of all the offices and common areas complete with marble, granite, suspended ceilings, carpets and very exclusive varnished paneling. Since 1990, we have also completed various new banking offices in the along with Sumasa, as well as other buildings in the Caixa group, managed through Proreal. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Conde Peñalver, 28 t Structural consolidation of the building in the porches of its a nine patios and in a timely manner in the common elements of the portal and the stairwells. The rooftop chimneys were t rebuilt and the partial retiling of the deteriorated areas i was completed. New coatings were cut and completed on patios, middle areas and the main façade where, in o addition, the zinc elements were replaced and a traditional n lime plaster was applied. . Marqués del Duero, 3

In this project, the use of iron was ruled out for the important structural consolidation performed; intervention in all wood was done through either recuperation with a BETA system insertion, or replacement of posts, beams and joists. After the demolition and subsequent reconstruction of the floor assemblies, renovation of the building systems, floor and wall tiles, hardwood flooring, plaster, paint and the building sanitary sewer was completed, and six courtyards, the roof, facade, staircase, entryway and elevator were rehabilitated. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Barquillo, 9 t This building’s structure was very affected by an attack of a wood-boring insects, depleting its bearing capacity, so it was treated by injection and spraying, replacing the non- t recoverable elements with metallic profiles supportive of i the original structure. We operated on the decoration and cladding of the lobby and stairwell, highlighting the profusely o ornamented plaster moldings. The roof conditions were n improved and the main facade and courtyards restored. . Prado, 8

Structural consolidation of this building entailed demolishing floor slabs and reinforcing headers and studs with standard metal sections. Subsequent reconstruction of floor assemblies allowed for the building of partitions and the application of floor tiles, hardwood floors, paints and coatings. A new elevator was installed in the courtyard and the stairway, lobby and facade were restored, improving the building´s accessibility. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Prado, 42 y 44 t Comprehensive rehabilitation in which a replacement of the runners and wall a panels in humid rooms and common areas in both buildings, without the need for vacation of living spaces. Restoration of the main facade through cleaning and t waterproofing of the brick, recovery and reproduction of the friars, cornices and i woodwork, complete reconstruction of balconies, aluminium silicate projection in the granite on the lower floor and replacement of gutters and downspouts. o Rehabilitation of sloping roofs, terraces and dormers. Incorporation of SATE in the patio and modification of gas, plumbing, sanitation and electricity facilities. Finally, n the elimination of architectural barriers through ramps and renovation of portal . finishes and stairs with noble materials, such as wood and marble, was completed. Prado, 42 y 44 c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Prado, 42 y 44 t a t i o n . Goya, 103 (integrated storey addition) c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Goya, 103 (integrated storey addition) t After a rigorous selection process for a builder by an owner with a lot of property a management experience, Kalam was awarded this building rehabilitation, which included the construction of a new storey and its flat roof. New storage areas were t distributed and an elevator was installed in the communal courtyard, along with i the remodeling of the staircase and access area. New sanitary connections were also made, renewing the building sewer and removing damp from the basements o and stores. The main facade, the walls of the courtyard and the metalwork were all n restored. The project’s aim was brought to fruition: to add an imitative storey and carry it out without vacating the building, with its full operation of the building, never . disrupting the daily tasks of the property residents. Goya, 103 (integrated storey addition) c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Toledo, 49 t The intervention in this building consisted of substituting the a structure in humid areas where rot had practically eliminated the profiles of the studs and headers. The main facade was t restored, reproducing the decorative parts of the square i bay windows, using resins produced in our workshops. The courtyards were restored and adapted and the roof fully o rehabilitated, replacing damaged rafters, cornice corbels, tiles and rainwater drainage. The access network was n adapted, regaining the original crown molding and the . skylight in the stairs. Gravina, 17

In this building, diverse works were completed, the most important being those corresponding to structural reinforcement. This involved the demolition and later reconstruction of rooms, after structural consolidation, entailing new finishes, plumbing and electrical facilities systems. The roof and courtyards were restored, recovering in its totality the original pitted stucco of the facade, and a new elevator was installed. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Salustiano Olózaga, 5 t The intervention consisted of dismantling wooden floor a assemblies, as well as posts and beams in poor condition, for their subsequent replacement or reinforcement with steel t sections where appropriate, allowing for the reconstruction i of floors and partitions. Furthermore, the roof was lifted, its structural condition checked, and tile was installed over o sandwich board. The courtyards were chipped out for subsequent rendering and painting. New plumbing, gas, n electricity and telecommunications facilities systems were . installed. Imperial, 3

An intervention was performed to structurally consolidate the building, which was affected by decaying studs and headers corresponding to the humid zones. A new elevator was installed and enclosed in one courtyard. All the courtyard wall faces and their corresponding decorative and protective finishes were also recovered. The roof, facade and common areas in the vestibule and stairwell were remodeled. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Costanilla de San Andrés, 4 t Structural consolidation in this antique house-palace from a 1710 located in the popular Costanilla de San Andres. An exhaustive inspection was carried out to verify the state t of the structure, detecting the existence of xylophagous i insects in the past that had caused the degradation of the wood. Kalam partially or fully intervened in the affected o areas, using metallic reinforcements or replacing bearing n elements, depending on the degree of deterioration, and special protection products were applied in the areas not . worked on. Libertad, 6

Intervention in this antique building located in the Madrid neighbourhood of Chueca. In a timely manner, the roofing and gutters were replaced while keeping the skirts. The facades were restored, cleaning the wrought iron edges which were in an advanced state of corrosion, new perimeter zinc bibs were placed, the imposts were redone, the holes were filled and a chromatic intonation was added with a base of Pliolite paint. c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Palma, 49 t A comprehensive rehabilitation was a completed, in which our teams of wood framers carried out the replacement of t the wooden structure maintaining the i same construction typology. The floor assemblies, partitions, cladding and interior o finishes were demolished and subsequently reconstructed, all of the building services n were adapted, the roof renovated, and . the courtyard and the facades restored. Cava Baja, 12 c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Cava Baja, 12 t A comprehensive intervention was executed to fit out a hotel in the historic center of a Madrid, with renovations, structural reinforcement and archaeological consolidation of the twelfth-century Christian wall (built as an extension of the remains of a ninth- t century wall of Muslim origin). This included remodeling the roof; stuccoing the i facade and replacing the woodwork and ironwork; reconstructing the original vaulted terra cotta pipes; installing two elevators; renovating the flooring; restoring o the stairway and providing lighting fixtures; radiators and radiant floor heating; air n conditioning; solar panels; fire protection and telecommunications. . Cava Baja, 12 c o m p r e h e n s i v e

r e h a b i l i Rey, 12 - San Lorenzo de t This historical building (XVII Th Century) is divided into a shops plus two floors of housing. The work consisted of fully emptying the property, structurally consolidating the t foundations, and building a new interior structure of steel i frame and composite floor slabs on the existing ground floor granite structure. The roof and eaves were reconstructed, o sanitary, water supply and drainage, electrical and telecommunications systems were renovate and the n facade was restored with traditional stucco systems. . Plaza del Cordón, 2 The main intervention in this comprehensive rehabilitation was the replacement and reinforcement of its structure, through solutions that combined wood and steel. Floor slabs were demolished and rebuilt, for the subsequent execution of interior finishes such as flooring, wall tiling, hardwood floors, paint, etc. New facilities systems for plumbing, electricity and gas were incorporated, as well as a reconstruction of the sewer system and restoration of the roof, courtyards, party walls and facades. f a c a d e r e s t o r a t i o n . 1 2 reproduction of ornamental elements

In our long history, with close to This is only possible with a 30 years of work and continuous qualified team of technicians, training, we have succeeded specialists, restorers, dealers and in gaining the trust of public tradesmen, some of lost skills and private organizations and and arts, which Kalam strives to entities such as the Ministries recover through the department of Culture, Development, of training, whose experience Economy and Finance, Foreign and commitment enable the Affairs and Cooperation or restoration of the façades Agriculture; the Bank of Spain and roofs with the adequate and prestigious insurance knowledge and means. This 3 companies. An experience stable template covers all fields appreciated and reinforced our of action, including crafts, with work in hundreds of buildings of architectural reproductions owners’ communities who have made in our workshop or the appreciated our services. artistic zinc and lead plumbing.

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5 6 Images Legend 1 and 2: Reproduction of ornaments on the façade of the Royal Asturian Mining Company. 3: Sgraffito on the façade of Ronda de San Antonio, 70, Barcelona. 4 and 5: Different stone façade cleaning techniques. 6: Façade of the headquarters of Catalana Occidente. 7: Treatment of the brick façade for the emblematic project of the architects Herzog & de Meuron in the Caixaforum of Madrid. 8: Restoration and preservation work on the stone in the façade of the Sigüenza Cathedral. 8 integral management Kalam’s structure of work departments allows it to perform work from a holistic approach. Thanks to our means and our own workforce, we can provide a response adapted to the needs of each client. Interventions on façades, together with the restoration of the common areas of the interior, with attention to details and unique elements for hospitality. Criteria to solve pathologies of buildings of different historical eras, even the most recent in twentieth century buildings, such as the prefabricated concrete façade of the headquarters of Catalana Occidente, or even improving its appearance in singular buildings such as the Colegio Mayor Cesar Carlos.

7 We highlight, also, our extensive experience in the improvement of energy efficiency through the insulation of façades and roofing with various coverings and coatings. We have done work which significantly remodels neighbourhoods together with other upgrades such as the removal of architectural barriers, renovation of facilities or adaptation of common elements.

On the pages that follow, we present interventions completed to resolve pathologies present in buildings from different eras, materials, degree of ornamentation and type of use. Our technicians, together with the Project Support Departments (DAP) and the Safety and Risk Prevention Departments always carry out specific studies to ensure the quality of the execution and their correct management.

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r e s t o r a Edificio Metrópolis(phase II) t Our company restored the magnificent facade of this landmark building situated at the junction of Alcalá and Gran Vía streets, highlighting i the intervention taken in the sculptural groups of Mariano Benlliure, in the Winged Victory of o Frederick Coullaut Valera and in its spectacular dome upon which we applied 40,000 sheets of gold leaf. n . Palacio del Senado

Restoration of the north façade of the Palace of the Senate. In this intervention, all surfaces were completely removed, finding and replacing the downspouts. The recovery of the prefabricated parts was carried out through moulds made in our specialized workshops or through the completion of integral repair of the pieces, based on their state. A traditional plaster was executed with different colour samples until the original hue was obtained and the protrusions were protected with zinc. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Ministerio de Hacienda

Restoration of the façade of Calle Aduana and t the main balcony of Calle Alcalá, belonging to the headquarters of the Ministry of Finance and Public i Administration. The intervention consisted of dry cleaning, reproducing the granite ashlar volumes, posts, windows, balustrades, ornaments and edges o of laid stone and the application of consolidates and restoration mortars. Waterproofing and flooring n of the main balcony were completed. Finally, chromatic toning patinas were applied and the . downpipes were replaced. Ministerio del Interior

Kalam carried out the restoration of facades and roofs within this organization’s comprehensive restoration works, running the job of cleanup and consolidation of brick and stucco. As well, in a prominent manner, ornamental elements were treated and protected with new zinc coverings, as were the cornices and fascias, rebuilding the roofs with slopes of flat tile. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Museo Arqueológico Nacional t Emergency interventions were conducted on the facade of the National i Archaeological Museum, located at 13 Serrano Street, Madrid. Structural stitching with fiberglass rods and epoxy resins, sealing of cracks and consolidation of deteriorated elements were all done, under the supervision of the Ministry of o Culture and the Institute of Cultural Heritage of Spain. Also, interventions were conducted in the Courtyard of the Virgin and in the Great Courtyard, including cleaning and restoring stonework and traditional stucco, as well as cleaning the n marbles and decorative limestone elements at the Monumental Stairs. . Museo Thyssen-Bornemizsa

In order to extend the museum, Kalam carried out this facade and roof restoration for Ferrovial Agromán. It was necessary to rebuild the entire roof cresting and balustrades in order to restore the rich ornamentation. We produced the molds and necessary elements in our workshops, restored the rest of the ornaments, zinc coverings and eaves, and applied new stucco and coatings to the woodwork, metalworks and decorations, completing our collaboration by mounting the new roofs with glazed tiles. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Sede Caixa Forum

We wanted to be involved in the Caixa Forum in t Madrid, restoring its brick facades for Ferrovial. This consisted of cleaning, consolidating, protecting, i repointing, grouting, patinating, etc. as well as the trim, and formation of new facade enclosure walls o in initially nonexistent areas. Detailed recovery work was conducted on the cornices, having carried out the entire molding process in our workshop. n . La Casa Encendida Caja Madrid Foundation asked us to restore the facades of this building, located between the streets Ronda de Valencia, Amparo and Valencia, which consisted of a cleaning, reintegrating facing bricks and replacing necessary parts, for which different samples were prepared, achieving a perfect imitation of the original by our specialized restorers. Subsequently, consolidation and waterproofing treatments were applied. The pinnacles and other ornamental elements of the facade were also operated on, highlighting the extremely important restoration of the original bell tower above the clock. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Escuela Mayor de Danza The facades of this iconic building at 2 Ribera de Curtidores, of exposed brick t combined with natural stone and faux stone mortars in the window surrounds, cornices and decorative elements, were restored. Wall faces were cleaned, i combining different techniques (pressurized water, blasting of silicate or dry) depending on the nature of the support. Later, cornices and volumes were o reconstructed through on-site re-formation of volumes with mortars, the bricks were repointed and the balcony ironwork was repaired. To conclude, the appropriate protective and finishing coatings, such as water-repellent solutions n in the brick and consolidants in the stone elements, were applied. . Escuela Mayor de Danza f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Escuela Mayor de Danza t i o n . Escuela Mayor de Danza f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Real Academia de Medicina

The facade was restored with tasks of t cleaning, re-forming and consolidating ornamental elements with moldings over i restoration mortars, attached with fiberglass rods and brass-coated wire armatures. o Repointing the surfaces with colored mortars, preservative treatments and installation of new zinc flashing and coping n on projections and cornices completed the works. . Gran Vía, 80 Complete restoration of the plaster and brick façades of this magnificent building located at the confluence of Gran Vía and Plaza de España. All the brick was refaced along with the selective replacement of the deteriorated pieces, after applying waterproofing treatments. The cover of the dome was again completed and the old zinc pinnacle and the iron belfry that crowned it were restored. We emphasize the participation of our artisans and architectural reproductions workshop in the recovery of the ornaments (pinnacles, vases, balustrades) through reproduction mouldings and the restoration of mortars. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Plaza de la Independencia, 2

We restored the facades of this representative building at Madrid’s Alcalá Gate t in Independence Square for the Bilbao Insurance Company. The laborious task of cleaning was carried out, replacing more than 14,000 molded and wire-cut i bricks, and jointing and subsequently damp-proofing the large brick surface that dominates the facades. A painstaking restoration of ornamental elements was also undertaken, painting cornices, fascias, window- and door-surrounds o and the metalwork that protects these voids, as well as zinc protections and the waterproofing and execution of catalan flooring on balconies. n . Plaza de la Independencia, 5

The work completed on this building, located on Plaza de la Independencia, have consisted of the restoration of the main and rear façades and the interior patios. The original plasters were recovered, performing a chromatic study of the complex and developing samples for the Property, restoring the volumes of the posts, cornices, ornaments and balustrades through restoration mortars and the execution of the correct formation of slopes and waterproofing on balconies to avoid future run-off on the façade. The intervention was completed, restoring and recovering the faults that the forging of rails and the casting of the building’s eagle emblem presented. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Pº de la Castellana, 4 - Fisac Building Kalam restored the façades of this building, emblematic of our twentieth century t heritage, built by Miguel Fisac. Its prefabricated concrete features show a high degree of carbonation and risk of losing large pieces. The bracings to the slabs i were reinforced with an upgrade over more than 1,500 m2, recovering volumes through the thixotropic repair of mortar, after the passivation of the reinforcements, and an anti-carbonation coating was applied to everything. The intervention was o completed with the installation of false composite ceilings, replacing the existing plaster and the demolition of the flat roof of the attic in order to install a sheet of n TPO waterproofing with the finishing of a filtering slab. . Catalana Occidente Headquarters f a c a d e

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This intervention shows an example of the preservation work that should be done on must of the heritage buildings, wich are already protected according to the t guidelines wich were agreed upon at the international conference celebrated in our country, with the strong support of Kalam, which led to the Madrid Document, i incorporated by ICOMOS at its XVII General Assembly in Paris. Intervention was carried out on the exposed concrete facades, which contained pathologies in the o precast elements due to corrosion of reinforcing steel. Affected areas were chipped out, blasted with micronized aluminum silicate and either a protective coating was applied to the reinforcing bars or they were replaced. Volume recovery with high- n strength and low-shrinkage thixotropic mortar, damp-proofing and color-matching, together with mineral glazing techniques were also conducted, along with other . conservation work and exterior enhancements. Colegio Mayor Cesar Carlos f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Colegio Mayor Cesar Carlos

With the characteristic ceramic coating of this residence of the Madrid City University, t Alejandro de la Sota seeks, with a chromatic combination, to make the building fit in with its surroundings. Kalam intervened, bringing together the necessary upgrades i with the proper conservation of this building, representative of our twentieth century heritage. An injection system was used in existing chambers, preserving the original construction, replacing the carpentry with more efficient profiles, taking the original o solution into account in its manufacture. To recover its characteristic image, a detailed study of ceramic pieces was completed, looking at more than 30 shades of tint from gloss to matte, with artisanal production and individual grinding treatment (more than n 120,000 pieces). With advice from the Alejandro de la Sota Foundation, Kalam has restored the original skin of the building, improving its energy efficiency. . Fuencarral, 107

Kalam realized the restoration of the building facades, replacing zinc cornice and fascia coverings, fabricating reproductions of moldings and balusters in its own restoration workshop, restoring wood and metal joinery and completing the works by micronizing the granite walls. A new sanitary sewer network was built, with a new connection excavated using the “lid” construction method (digging from the inside out); structural reinforcements have been carried out in the upper storeys, and all the roofs were waterproofed and paved. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Colegio Jesús María (phase I) t This phase included intervention in the facades and roofs corresponding to Velázquez Street with Maldonado Street. This entailed replacement of damaged i bricks with others of the same characteristics, repointing the faces, cleaning with micronized silica and damp-proofing. Steps were similarly taken for the stone elements of the building base, window surrounds and cornices, in which works o of reintegration and protection with zinc apron flashing were also realized, with the rebuilding of the tower roof completing the job. n . Colegio Jesús María (phase II)

Due to functional needs of the school, within a very short timeframe we had to complete the restoration of 10,000 square meters of facades, urbanization and paving of the courtyard and entrances, and the enclosure wall. The works of restoration and reconstruction of ornamental elements stand out, along with those carried out in the eaves, stucco, carpentry, ironwork, zinc protection and coatings. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Colegio Jesús y María (phase III) After the first two phases, the ownership of this building, constructed in1927, t relied on our company for the complete rehabilitation of 3,500 m2 of roofing, again establishing very tight deadlines to meet the needs of the school. In i the rehabilitation of the roofs, the original tile has been used, after a cleaning and classification process, and all the unique elements have been treated o appropriately. The intervention has been used to restore life lines that ensure and facilitate the future maintenance of the roof, as well as the renovation of patios and flat roofs. n . Casa Ramón Godó The facades and towers of this building, winner of all the architecture prizes of its time and designed by Jose Lopez Sallaberry, were restored. Kalam completed an overall restoration of all elements, reconstructing all of its balconies and many of its cornices and decorative elements, applying coverings onto woodwork, metalwork and the facade. An important work of reconstruction was acheived in rebuilding the towers, replacing all of the zinc elements. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Casa-Palacio Palazuelo

Antonio Palacios was erecting the post office building t when he received the commission for the Palazuelo House. Our restorers recovered the compositional elements of i the building´s crown, almost entirely lost, which required the manufacture of large molds. Delicate moldings were o made on the facade and attached using fiberglass rods. Zinc coverings were replaced on the cornices, applying finishing coatings. n . Palacio de Miraflores

Kalam carried out the restoration of the famous Miraflores Palace, located at 15 San Jeronimo Street. The main brick facade, with quarry-stone ornamentation and a historic shield, and the rear facade of the same materials, were cleaned and consolidated using structural stitches with epoxy resins. In that way the lost volumes of stonework and the balcony ironwork were reinstated. In addition, zinc protections were installed and restoration work on the skylight was completed. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Palacio de María Pita Through a selection process, the City Council of A Coruña awarded Kalam the t restoration of the facades of its headquarters. They wanted to ensure the integrity of a palace with more than one hundred years of history, of great symbolic i and architectural value. The work consisted of cleaning the facades, applying stucco with lime mortars, restoring the cornices, rooftops and balconies, treating o various pathologies, consolidation and damp-proofing, as well as the restoration of the timber, metal and ceramic materials of this impressive monument. n . Banco de España

After the excellent results obtained in the facades of the historic building in Madrid, the Bank of Spain commissioned Kalam to restore its location in , taking into account the intervention works in roofs, interior courtyards, ornamental lighting and facades, in which were conducted important treatments on stone and marble elements. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Banco de España In a long and thorough selection process, the t Bank of Spain awarded Kalam the restoration of the facades of its historic building in Madrid, with i interventions in its plain bands, ornamental elements, sculptural groups and splendid fronts, including o the treatment of granite, limestone and Carrara marble. Consolidants, damp-proofing and patinas were applied, as well as coatings onto woodwork n and ironwork. In addition to its headquarters, we have updated other relevant branches, such as . those in Seville, Santander, Zaragoza, etc. Castellana, 21

In this building, owned by Seguros Ocaso, located on Paseo de la Castellana, the restoration of its main, rear and interior patio façades was completed. The lookouts were structurally reinforced, sanitizing the coatings and reproducing the original martillina plasters. The cornices, imposts, balcony facings, balustrades and decorative elements of the plaster and artificial stone were repaired. The placement of new booklet blinds was completed to homogenize the façade voids and the metallic fixtures of the lookouts and balconies were repaired. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Edificio Banesto

Kalam restored the Banesto building, SCH headquarters, t reviving the exotic splendor of its tower, after treating the metals and gilding of the sculptures and crowning urns with i gold leaf. A comprehensive intervention was undertaken in the facades, with micronized blasting of the granite o faces and stone elements to later consolidate them and recuperate important volumes. The zinc coverings were replaced and the surfaces were patinated and damp- n proofed. . Avenida Ciudad de Barcelona, 6 f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Avenida Ciudad de Barcelona, 6

Facades were restored using different cleaning methods appropriate to the t different materials (wet, soft brush, dry micro-blasting and special treatments in specific areas). The deterioration of the adornments necessitated atotal i intervention comprising: anchoring the facings of the parts subject to detachment by stitching with rods and epoxy resin; sealing cracks and crevices using mortars; o restoring the damaged or missing pieces on site and in the workshop. Shapes and volumes of cornices and fascias were repaired using special restoration mortars; new stuccos were applied on the lower floors of the building using lime n mortar, and the ensemble was color-matched and damp-proofed. . Juan de Mena, 19 (fase I)

The facades were cleaned and restored, consisting of the removal of detached elements or those lacking adherence. These were subsequently reconstructed through the application of restoration mortars anchored onto the substrate with fiberglass rods and brass-coated wire armatures. The granite elements were cleaned while dry through the controlled blasting of micronized silica. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Juan de Mena, 19 (fase II)

The Ownership of Juan de Mena 19 once again entrusted t us to complete the full restoration of the pointed dome that crowns the building. First, the interior was structurally i reinforced with tie rods with a system of three circular metal bands. Later, the exterior cladding was restored o with glazed tiles and ceramic nerves, matching the originals. Work was completed with the conditioning of the cornices of three of the four interior patios of the n property. . Juan de Mena, 10 The facades were restored, demolishing the raised parapet to replace it with a balustrade made in our workshops. It was necessary to mold new elements in the absence of originals, later reproducing them in series. Replacement of all the balconies was carried out with mortars of our own mixing. The intervention similarly consisted of the restoration of ornamental elements, placement of zinc apron flashing, and cleaning and protection of all materials. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Juan de Mena, 15

Facade elements were consolidated by on-site molding t of restoration mortar in the door surrounds, balcony fronts, cornice, fascias and application of a coating i based on Pliolite resins. In the enclosed balconies, the necessary parts were incorporated or replaced to o ensure air-tightness. The wall faces were cleaned and consolidated and the brick protected with a water- repellent solution that guarantees water-tightness n without altering its natural appearance. . Antonio Maura, 7 Through blasting micronized silica, the brick faces were cleaned and then consolidated and damp-proofed. Cornices, lintels, corbels and balcony fronts were restored and anchored, fixing the patched volumes by drilling holes for the introduction of thixotropic resin-impregnated rods. Zinc apron flashing was placed on all projections and silicate paint applied to the ornaments. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a General Castaños, 15 Facade restoration work consisted of the reproduction t and replacement of damaged parts and lost volume, and the cleaning and subsequent application of paints and i waterproof protection. Of note are: the artisanal plumbing work for the comprehensive reconstruction of the cupola o that crowns the corner of the facades of General Castaños with Génova Streets; the restoration of the stone elements of balustrades, cornices and existing fascias, and also their n protection with zinc. . Paseo de la Castellana, 15 The facades were restored by breaking up and redoing the stucco faces, fixing the elements that were susceptible to detachment, reconstructing lost or irrecoverable items and specific treatment of cracks and fissures. The intervention was completed with the replacement of zinc apron flashing and its installation on new levels, the treatment and painting of woodwork and ironwork and the final coating of the facade facings, restoring the perimeter walls in the same way. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Marqués del Duero, 8 Kalam performed the full restoration of the façades of this t building. The intervention consisted of the cleaning, clearing and execution of traditional lime stucco, respecting the i original design with martillina finishes and smooth washing with quarrying of the ashlars. The various mouldings of the façades were reproduced in our Architectural o Reproductions Workshop and the imperfections of the carpentry were repaired. The upgrade was completed with the structural reinforcement of the lookouts, interior areas n and patios and with an intervention in the roof, including . the restoration of the zinc in the scales of the tower. Lagasca, 28

This facade restoration required the preparation of different molds necessary for the mass reproduction of the elements needing replacement. Our teams completed the intervention with on-site moldings onto the ornaments, done with restoration mortars fixed to the support using rods and armatures. Balconies were waterproofed, the projections were protected with zinc, and a mineral coating was applied on wall faces. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Sagasta, 16 For this majestic building, fire- and moisture-damaged floor structure were t replaced, following the same original construction techniques; roofs were demolished and subsequently reconstructed; cracks of varying degrees in the i exterior walls were structurally repaired, especially on Serrano Anguita Street, as well as on the inner courtyard facades. Old cladding was eliminated and o traditional stucco restored; balustrades and fascias were restored and crown cornices demolished for later replenishment following the original patterns, and protective zinc coverings were installed on different architectural elements. n . Arenal, 19

We conducted a major restoration on this facade, one of the most ornate in Madrid. After removing the necessary areas, the new volumes were re-formed using patches, anchored in place with rods. Templates and elements were copied in our workshops from prepared molds. All zinc flashing was replaced, and the appropriate coatings were applied to metalwork, woodwork and facades. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Pº Castellana, 140 In this building there was a complete restoration of the t facades, the brick was grouted, damp-proofed and repointed; in areas subject to greater detachment, a i mock stucco resembling rustic brick with courses of mixed headers and stretchers was produced. The limestone and granite walls, as well as the jambs, lintels and sills, were o cleaned by sandblasting, and cracks were sealed: volumes were reinstated by casting the pieces in place, they were n replaced and anchored depending on their condition. Also the patios were stripped, re-stuccoed and painted, and the . roofs waterproofed. Paseo de la Habana, 72

The terrace parapet walls were totally demolished and subsequently reconstructed. Similarly, the required areas were demolished in order to attach metal shelf angles to the floor slab fronts, on which to erect the new masonry, which was cleaned, repointed, consolidated and damp- proofed. Earth was lifted from the planters, to waterproof them and improve their drainage, the soil and landscaping subsequently reinstated. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a San Bernardo, 107

8,000 square meters of facades were repaired and t consolidated, during which modular and motorized rack scaffolding was used. Damaged bricks were replaced with i those produced for the purpose, restoring the recoverable and repointing the rest, to finally implement consolidation o and damp-proofing treatments. On the upper floors it was decided to chip out the surface to make a fake brick stucco, (last picture). n . Fundación Jiménez Díaz In this restoration, ornamental elements of the façade were firmly fixed to the supports through the use of correctly sealed stainless steel rods. On the ground floor plinth, stone placings were reclaimed with natural stone pieces of the same characteristics as the existing sealing joints with waterproofing treatments. We emphasize that the execution of all the work was carried out without interruption to the hospital service, applying all the safety and prevention measures that characterize us. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Casa del Conde de Bugallal In 1913 Antonio Palacios was commissioned t by the Count of Bugallal to design this house in the Plaza de Neptuno. Known as the i South America, arising from the works that Bernardo Giner de los Ríos carried out to accommodate the offices of this company, o it was remodeled for a new use as a Hotel. Kalam carried out the restoration of its facade, tower and courtyards. n . Hotel Emperador - Gran Vía, 53 In the restoration of their facades, the volumes lost in the jambs, lintels and imposts were recovered though a special mortar restoration and with fiberglass rods. New moulds made by our Architectural Reproductions workshop replaced the balustrades; mouldings and more damaged ornamental motifs. The walls were restructured, waterproofed and painted with silicates, replacing and giving the chromatic effect of disintegrated pieces. On the ground floor, a granulated granite facade was made, while in the mezzanine a coating was applied imitating this stone, made of special pigmented resins. All of the terraces and balconies were erected and waterproofed, protecting the flights, fascia and cornices with zinc. f a c a d e

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Hotel Ritz - Plaza de la Lealtad, 5 a Restoration of the exterior facades of this emblematic building, in one rigorous and delicate intervention, under the leadership of Rafael de la Hoz, who t respects its character and original materials. The plaster facings were restored in a washed smooth finish with horizontal cuttings and vertical padding cloths, i according to the composition of the facade. The plaster elements were reintegrated and restored, such as the brackets, imposts and the coronation o of the tower, and the stone features, such as the balustrades and flashings, applying the appropriate techniques by our restorers and with the support of the Architectural Reproductions Workshop. The Logistics Department made an n exceptional deployment of resources to meet the tight deadlines demanded by the hotel, without interrupting its service, reducing the inconvenience to its . customers. Hotel Ritz - Plaza de la Lealtad, 5 f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Hotel Ritz - Plaza de la Lealtad, 5 t i o n . Hotel Barcino Intervention in the enclosure of this emblematic building, restoring its facades and waterproofing the impassable areas of the roof. Our specialists developed a thorough recovery of the original plaster and the decorative sgraffito using traditional techniques and materials. We proceeded to the removal of the salt, the cleaning with aluminium silicate projection of the stone slab of the first floor balconies and their waterproofing on the upper faces. It was completed with the application of glazing treatments in the stone walls to achieve a chromatic intonation. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Duque de Medinaceli, 7 Restoration of a stately building in Ciutat Vella dating t from 1852, as part of its comprehensive rehabilitation to be destined for hotel. Polished plaster finishes imitating i different marbles were recuperated, with embossed details in terracotta and natural Montjuic stone in frames, balcony o slabs, columns and capitals within all of the interior wall faces and rooms. The walls were stripped using various techniques appropriate to each type of underlay, and cleaning, n consolidation and chromatic reintegration of each type of wall was achieved. . Marqués de l´Argentera, 4 Intervention in the exterior facades, patios and lobby of this building, destined to be a hostel located in Ciutat Vella. The vertical stucco and natural stone walls were cleaning and the stone slabs of the balcony were cleaned as well, waterproofing them on their upper side as well as in the cornices. In the central courtyard, the mouldings lost in previous projects were restored and the walls were painted, maintaining the original chiaroscuro chromatic display. In the lobby, the entrance door was restored, fully removed to give it a new tinted varnish, reintegrating where necessary. The interior walls and ceiling were painted, highlighting the mouldings with glazes and aged silver leaf. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Edificio Zurich Pº de Gracia, 110 c/v Diagonal Zurich awarded us the restoration of its building, among others reasons, because t we have our own teams for the reproduction of decorative elements that they wanted to safeguard. The restoration consisted of lifting deteriorated areas, i installing fiberglass rods reinforced with brass-coated wire and subsequent on- site molding with restoration mortars to re-form the original shapes. In the case of o moldings and cornices, these were also reconstructed by pushing a template. The operation was completed with the application of new stucco on all of the faces; cornice and eave protection using zinc flashing; treatment of bay n windows; tiling, waterproofing, flooring, siding, etc. . Ronda de Sant Antoni, 70

The main facade of this beautiful 1900 listed Modernista building, of the “Barcelona Eixample district special ensemble” designed by Cerdà, was restored. The tasks of: dry-blast cleaning, reproduction of original sgraffito stucco, treatment of natural stone balcony slabs, reproduction of Modernista railings eliminated in previous interventions, and reproduction of the deteriorated crown element were all accomplished. f a c a d e

r e s t o r a Santa Anna, 21 t The facade of this beautiful building, hidden i in the Ciutat Vella between party walls, was restored; notable is the reconstruction of the modernist floral ornamentation, that along o with the ornate wrought iron elements and artistic railings, contributes to the recovery of n the historic center of Barcelona. . Casa Thomas Restoration of the rear facade of the Thomas House, by the great modernista architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, located in the Eixample district of Barcelona. The traditional lime stucco cladding was broken up, repaired and redone, recreating the faux block surface coursing, before applying a matching tint with a silicate glaze. The balcony slabs and bay-window fronts, which had been affected by the oxidation of the structural beams, were repaired. Finally, the enamel shades were unified, to match the original, on the woodwork and the louvered blinds. We would like to emphasize the recuperation using special mortars of the shield, with the Thomas Eagle emblem, in the medallion that crowns the facade. f a c a d e

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Rambla, 140 t At No. 140 of the emblematic Rambla in i Barcelona, where we have our office, we carried out the restoration of the facade, highlighting the reconstruction of balcony slabs, o repair of ornamental elements, intervention in stucco wall faces and restoration of railings n and cornices. . Seguros Generali - Casanova, 209 Restoration of the main façade of this building that is located in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Barcelona. The cleaning work was carried out by using aluminum silicate in the stone areas and controlled pressurized water in the rest of the walls. The cornices were cleaned and repaired, the fissures were stitched and ornamental elements were restored. The covers of the roof, the frames of the slopes, glasses or the top of the cornice were reproduced in zinc. In the upper part of the building the vertical walls were executed in slate. h e r i t a g e r e s t o r a t i o n . 1 2 our own restoration equipment

Kalam has the best classifications Compostela, Almeria, Cuenca, granted by the Spanish state for Cadiz, Seville, or Plasencia, and public tenders for the rehabilitation we work continuously for various of buildings and the restoration dioceses of the church and and preservation of Historic Artistic companies as solvent as the Heritage. insurance sector, which only puts their properties in the hands of In almost 30 years of business history, qualified companies that offer we have completed restorations them maximum guarantees. recognized and rewarded by professionals and managers of Among our references, we 3 architectural heritage, such as treasure the intervention in the interventions in the cathedrals more than thirty assets with the of Sigüenza, Santiago de Declaration of World Heritage.

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5 6 Images legend 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5: Different procedures for restoration and cleaning of sculptural groups, canvases, polychromes or murals. 6: Restoration work on the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Encarnación in the colonial city of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1990. 7: Restoration work on the stone façade. 8: Painting and finishing on the façade of the Rioja Palace, 7 in Chile. development of multidisciplinary projects

At the international level, we highlight the From our inception, it has been a priority to have work performed in the Alamos, Cousiño a staff of highly qualified professionals: Fine and Pereira Palaces in Santiago or the Arts graduates, restorers, masters of traditional Rioja and Vergara Palaces in Viña del construction trades specialized in working Mar in Chile; the antique Velasco Sarrá with zinc and lead, wood, the reproduction of Palace, now the Spanish Embassy in architectural elements, coatings, etc., directed Havana, Cuba; the Cathedral of Santo by technicians with extensive training and Domingo in the Dominican Republic; experience. A team that performs work with the , the Castles of the criteria and maximum guarantees, both in Saumur and Dázay Le Rideu or the Sainte the building and in the artistic work and interior Chapelle of Chateau de Vicennes in furniture. Good examples of this capacity Paris, France; or the Benno Besson Theater are the work completed in the restoration of in Switzerland. the Comillas Major Seminary, the successive phases carried out within the Master Plan of the Cathedral of Sigüenza or the restoration of the palaces in Chile, among others, which are collected in this report.

Acknowledgments such as the Special Mention in the category of Dedication to the Service of Heritage, received in the Europa Nostra prizes of 2016, encourage and motivate us to remain involved in the protection of our historical heritage.

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r e s t o r a Embassy of Spain in Havana t To the Embassy of Spain in Havana, Kalam is performing a rehabilitation of the facades i and roofs and a repair of the damage caused by leaks in the old Palacio de Velasco Sarrá. o The works in this spectacular building located on the boardwalk in Old Havana include reproductions of architectonic elements, n restoration of sculptures or the works in windows . and shutters, among other actions to climatize the insides of the building. Embassy of Spain in Havana h e r i t a g e

r e s Embassy of Spain in Havana t o r a t i o n . Embassy of Spain in Havana h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Primada de América. Santo Domingo t Intervention in the facades and roofs of the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Encarnación in the i colonial city of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, consisting of the cleaning and recovery of lost grout using lime mortar. Consolidation of the o historical fixtures and waterproofing with a clay covering. The cathedral is the oldest in America n founded in 1512, and the only one built in Gothic style. In 1546, Pope Paul III, at the request of Emperor . Charles V, granted the title of Metropolitan and Primate of the Indies. Primada de América. Santo Domingo h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Congreso de los Diputados

Kalam completed the restoration and lighting t of the main facing, frontispiece, porticos, stone and lions of the Congress of Deputies in i Madrid. After the adaptation, consolidation and cleaning of the sculptural groups, o ornaments and supports, work proceeded to the installation of projectors and linear LED lights. A footbridge was constructed on the n back of the frontispiece, allowing access, . renovating the electrical facilities and restoring the wood carpentry. Ministerio de Agricultura

Restoration was carried out on the bronze sculptural group, obtained by Juan de Avalos in the 80s starting from the Agustín Querol original carved en Carrara marble, which crowns the setting for this building. The sculptures represent winged Gloria with the allegories of Science and Art, accompanied on each side by a Pegasus with human figures representing Agriculture, Industry, Philosophy and Letters. The restoration included welding and reviving the original bronze patina, and repairing the plinth with lime mortar. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Seminario Mayor de Comillas

In this phase of the restoration of the Greater Seminary t of Comillas, all the furniture of the church has been catalogued and transferred: the masonry of the i presbytery and the choir, the altarpieces of the side naves, the confessional, the altars of the tribunes, and o the dismantling of the canvas paintings which covered the chapels, the presbytery, the choir and the choir loft. Work has also been carried out on the reintegration of n the traces of the apse, the glass on the side naves and . on the rosette on the main façade. Alcázar de Segovia h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Alcázar de Segovia

We carried out the restoration of the facades t and walls of the south side of the iconic Alcázar of Segovia. Removing old coatings in i poor condition and supplying material made the stonework, masonry and consolidations o of the walls. The new grout, decorations and renderings work were done with traditional pigmented lime mortars to match the original n colors. All work was done, as always, with our . own labor specialist. Puerta de Toledo - Ciudad Real h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Puerta de Toledo - Ciudad Real

The restoration of this important work of medieval architecture of Alfonso X the t Wise was promoted by the Caja Madrid Foundation. The work consisted of the archaeological excavation of the enclosure along with the drainage and clearing i of the perimeter to avoid humidity that could deteriorate the state of the stone. On the canvases, the salts in the facings were removed, recovering the joints with o traditional lime mortars, and the walls and stonework were reconstructed and re- plastered, applying patinas of colour to equal the original tone. We emphasize the n restoration of the murals discovered during the work by our specialized technicians. . Castillo de Manzanares El Real

The restoration work of this monument entailed cleaning, grouting, consolidating, replacing and protecting stone elements in arches, turrets, battlements and walls. The recovery of the Castle’s Mudejar Church deserves special mention. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Bridge of Alcántara

Renovation of the lighting of the Roman t bridge of Alcantara, in Cáceres, for the Iberdrola Foundation. The current i projectors were replaced with new LED luminaires arranged on the stirrups and o arches. The new installation of connection and measuring equipment was completed together with the update to the accesses. n The new lighting is more energy efficient . while reducing the impact on the environment with its design. Palacio de Zurbano

The Palace of Zurbano, located on the Madrid street which bears its name, is the place of birth of the Queen of Belgium, Fabiola of Mora y Aragon and is currently owned by the Ministry of Development. Restoration work has focused on the façades. Cornices, imposts, mouldings and restoration mortars were recovered, finishing the cornice with a layer of zinc. The brick was recovered through the plastering of pieces and the later application of a protective hydrophobic treatment. For the carpentry work, a workshop was installed at the site where the library blinds were restored and the metalwork was recovered. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Palacio de Linares

The Palace of Linares, located in the heart of Madrid, in the Plaza de Cibeles, is the t current headquarters of the Casa de America. The work performed by Kalam has focused on the façade facing the garden courtyard, restoring the stone cornices i with specific mortars, recovering the lost volumes of decorative elements and executing the cladding of the cornice. The brick has been recovered, applying o consolidation treatments and replacing points of the pieces. Patinas have been applied to the silicate as finishes and the cornice has been coated with a layer of n lead. . Colegio de las Escuelas Pías - Zaragoza The Colegio de las Escuelas Pías in Zaragoza was founded in 1733 under the patronage of Archbishop Tomas Crespo de Agüero and it has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest since 1978. The work carried out in the well-known Patio Palafox has been aimed at the elimination of inadequate reconstructions, the consolidation of the façades and the harmonization of the losses. Its restoration consisted of micronized wet cleaning, the recomposition of volumes with lime mortars and fiberglass rods, waterproofing with zinc on the cornices and the waterproofing of the walls. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia Santo Tomás de Aquino - Zaragoza Restoration of the façades of the Church of t Escolapios or the Church of Saint Thomas Aquinas. This asset, declared to be of Cultural Interest and i belonging to the Pious Schools, was constructed between 1736 and 1740 and designed by Francisco de Velasco. The intervention consisted of the dry o cleaning of the façades, with controlled pressure to not damage the supports, the completion of n reintegration based on traditional lime mortars for the recovery of volumes and the final patina and . waterproofing of the walls. Tudela Cathedral h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Tudela Cathedral

Delicate work of preserving the stone elements of the cloister of the Cathedral. t This jewel of the Romanesque suffers from a pathology of the stone that requires a rigorous analysis and a specific and appropriate intervention depending on the i damage state of each element. Under this criteria, different procedures were used, grouped in three phases: cleaning and elimination of previous strata, adhesion of o fragments and sealing of cracks, and finally, the installation of provisional protections and the adoption of preventive conservation measures. For the cleaning, according to each case, photonic descaling, a micro-projection of pumice stone particles, or n mechanical means such as ultrasonic spatulas or scalpels were used. . Choir of the Cathedral of Plasencia h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Choir of the Cathedral of Plasencia

Restoration of the seats of the Cathedral, t built by the masters Rodrigo Aleman and constructed during the fifteenth and six- i teenth centuries. The flamboyant gothic choir, of carved walnut wood, presents o an extraordinarily decorative exuberance in its carvings and inlays, where you can see portraits of the Catholic Monarchs, the n author’s self-portrait and numerous reliefs . of a great iconographic richness. Cathedral of Coria - Cáceres In 1998 we restored the roofs, facades, pinnacles and cresting of the Cathedral, included an especially complicated intervention in the granite pinnacles. They had fallen following the Lisbon earthquake, and had to be raised to a very considerable height, without access to mechanical aids. The roof structure was substituted, which required the positioning of elements of substantial section and length. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela t Restoration was conducted on the Chapel of Mondragon in the Cathedral of Santiago i de Compostela, operating on the terracotta relief “Lamentation over Dead Christ” by Miguel Perrin. The works, directed by o the Spanish Institute of Cultural Heritage, included removing two repolychromies and n consolidating and protecting the original sixteenth-century polychromy. . Cathedral of Cuenca The Housing Ministry commissioned the restoration of the roofs, facades and interiors of the Cathedral. Of the interventions carried out, the logistics employed stand out, having been faced with the difficulty of operating on the structure and roof of the ambulatory that flies over the gorge. Treatment was carried out on stone elements and stuccos, and the original interior finishes were recuperated. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Cathedral of Cádiz t Comprehensive restoration for the Ministry of Culture of the Lower Sacristy of the temple. The work consisted of cleaning, salt extraction and lost volume i replacement, with significant work using stones and lime mortars, from the cupola lantern to all the walls and flooring. Subsequently themasonry jointwork was repointed and damp-proofing treatments were applied inside, given the o high salinity of humidity through condensation in this city. The chapel roof was also waterproofed to avoid dampness resulting from rainfall infiltration. After the n works were completed, we edited a book through ekaba about this temple, which was designed by the architect Vicente Acero in 1722. . Cathedral of Almeria Work awarded by the Ministry of Culture through the Spanish Historical Heritage Institute. The neoclassical rectangular cloister was comprehensively restored, formed by a central courtyard and four galleries, forming binding walls, vaults and stone ornamental elements; the courtyard was waterproofed and paved and finally the covers were rehabilitated. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Sigüenza Cathedral (phase I)

Completion of the first phase of the Management t Plan for the Sigüenza Cathedral for the Institute of Cultural Heritage of Spain, with integral rehabilitation i work, including the treatment of moisture through the excavation of galleries in mines, the rehabilitation of o the roofing, the excavation and construction of Buffa chambers, cleaning of walls with drained mortar and n work on restoration of the interior. . Sigüenza Cathedral (phase II)

The second phase includes, among other works, the com- plete restoration of the Gothic cloister, with the archaeo- logical excavation of the site, construction of chambers, flooring of the areas, restoration of the roofs, drainage of the orchard and landscaping. In 2007, coinciding with Kalam’s receipt of the National Award for Restoration, we edited, through ekaba, a book about this beautiful cathe- dral. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Sigüenza Cathedral (phase III) t The work consisted of the recuperation of the outbuildings of the Cloister to house the Tapestry Museum of the Cathe- i dral. For this, the space was rehabilitated, demolishing later segregations, archaeologically excavating the area and covering it with a newly created coffered ceiling, gi- o ving the Museum new woodwork, electrical installations and lighting and underfloor heating, restoring the exterior n walls and roofs. . Altarpiece of San Pablo - Zaragoza The Project consisted of the recuperation of the doors that hid the altarpiece by Damian Forment of the sixteenth century, used during certain liturgical periods. The doors were constructed in 1524 and dismantled in the 1980s. The intervention includes the construction and assembly of the racks and the restoration of the oil paintings and the grisaille that decorated them on the front and the back. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Palacio Real - Granja de San Ildefonso t National Heritage awarded Kalam the restoration of the Queen’s gazebo of this Royal Palace, consisting i of removing the slate roof, ornamental elements, lead roofing and structure for their restoration and re-placement; treatment of flooring, woodwork and o glass, constructing an Italianate stair and cleaning the stone facades for their consolidation, volumetric n re-forming and final patination. . Chapel of San Antonio -

Restoration of the lead roof of the cupola of the San Antonio Chapel in the Royal Palace of Aranjuez involved replacing damaged plates, removing the roof of the transept and renewing its system of waterproofing and water drainage, with works of three-millimeter- thick standing lead seams. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Palacio de Aranjuez. Casa de Oficios t Interventions were carried out in different areas of the Palace of Aranjuez for National Heritage: in the so-called House of Crafts, where floorings were raised i and terraces and flooring were waterproofed with ceramic tile. The arcades of Colmenar stone and artisanal brickwork were treated, with cleanup and recovery using mortar and stonework with either regular or irregular coursing, o and recovery of the historical metalwork. Restoration was done of the flooring in the Halls of the Museum of Man and inside the Palace, as well as interventions n in various areas of the palace gardens, including the Pavilions of the Wharf and in the fountain siphons, with interventions of consolidation and recovery of the . brick masonry. Jardín del Príncipe. Palacio de Aranjuez

The roof of one of the bays of the Prince Garden nurseries in the Gardens of the Palace of Aranjuez was rebuilt, with the complete replacement of the wooden structure, mounting of Onduline™ (Bituminous Corrugated Lightweight Flexible Roofing Sheets), treatment of valley flashing and re-roofing with Arabic tiles. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Palacio Arzobispal - Alcalá de Henares t This building, listed as a Heritage Site since 1931, had serious problems due to poor water channeling on the roofs so the i facades and interiors of the east wing required treatment. Our team of restorers worked on the restoration and consolidation of the stone cresting and the re-composition o of the crowning griffins using on-site castings, crafting the necessary molds in our workshop. n . Convento de Santa Úrsula The cloistered Convent of St. Ursula, in Alcalá de Henares, was founded in the sixteenth century by the canon of the Magisterial of Gutierre de Cetina. It is worth noting its Mudejar style church, roof with coffered wood paneling, the interior Sacristy with interesting frescoes of and musicians and the courtyard of the founder’s house. Kalam intervened in the Convent, replacing the entire roof structure, which was then covered with board and original, reclaimed curved tiles. The new water collection was realized with copper gutters, and protections with lead apron flashing. Cleaning and repair of stucco bricks in the facades and the restoration of the steeple, with faked brick using stucco, was also completed. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Convento de San Clemente - Toledo t Awarded by the Consortium of the City of Toledo, this restoration, provided within a Comprehensive i Rehabilitation Plan that has been developed over years, includes updating private homes. It called for intervention in roofs, walls and some of the interior o rooms, including a living room with a sixteenth century coffered ceiling, Islamic plasterwork and n wall decorations. . Convento de la Purísima Concepción - Toledo Noteworthy among the works carried out is the structural consolidation of the fifteenth-century vault. Special pieces were designed in order to structurally solidify each of the ribs with the severies, connecting to tension members in order to distribute the forces. The sixteenth century paintings were cleaned, consolidated, stuccoed and color-matched, and the Islamic lobed arches were restored through cleaning, repointing and matching, along with the reinstatement of ceramic pieces and fragments. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia de San Ildefonso - Toledo t The doors in the principal facade of this Jesuit church were restored, cleaning i paint stains and widespread dirt, sealing fissures with resin and wood, reviving bronze ornamental elements o with turned parts and applying final protection. n . Iglesia de Santa Justa - Toledo

This project involved the restoration of the Brotherhood of Holy Charity premises in this Toledo church. Overseen by the City Consortium, the work involved the renovation and comprehensive restoration of different areas, particularly with significant works carried out on the walls, ceilings, coffers and murals. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a t Museo de Santa Cruz - Toledo i For this work, commissioned by the Consortium of Toledo, the facade murals of this monumental ensemble were restored, consolidating the base in advance and o then applying stuccos and matching tints. Hidden paintings were revived using frescoes, and the convent portal, topped by a sixteenth-century Santiago relief, n was restored: consolidated, cleaned and the lost granite volumes recovered. . Salón Islámico - Toledo

For the Consortium of the City of Toledo, masonry was structurally consolidated and the museum rooms pertaining to the Islamic Hall of the Shed of the Maidens were refurbished. Archaeological excavations were made in which Visigoth and Muslim remains were found, which were exposed once the intervention was completed in the restoration of plasterwork from the XV-XVI centuries, as well as the carved patio beams dating from the XIII century and decorated with kufic lettering and stylized plant motifs. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Torre Mudéjar de San Miguel - Toledo t For the Consortium of the City of Toledo, we performed the cleaning, consolidation, i replacement and repointing of both the exterior and interior walls, as well as renewing the lighting and restoring the stair o treads. The roof of the bell tower was rebuilt, along with the restoration of the bells, and n the intervention was completed with the definition and adaptation of access. . Colegio de los Infantes - Toledo

Renaissance style portal with traces of Villalpando and Alonso de Covarrubias sculpture: structural stitching was done in the brickwork (with fiberglass rods and epoxy resin), along with the cleaning, restoration, consolidation and protection of the stone material, plasterwork and joinery. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Portada de la Audiencia Provincial de León This portal is dedicated to Maria Barbara t de Braganza, wife of Ferdinand VI; they are depicted in the medallions along with the i figures of Commerce, the Arts and Faith. For its restoration, specific treatments were o applied, a thorough cleaning by mechanical and chemical means was performed, n replenishment volumes were produced with lime mortar, and finally a patina was carried . out on the whole. Iglesia de Santiago - Sigüenza

Restoration treatments sponsored by the Government of Castilla-La Mancha in this church have meant major stoneworks, which have restored stability to the facade and to its Renaissance choir, in addition to the restoration of the Romanesque portal, whose reliefs are among the highlights of the Guadalajara Romanesque. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Cartuja Baja t For the restoration of this monument, declared “Heritage of Cultural Interest”, damaged stone blocks were replaced i with material of similar characteristics and equal size, and deteriorated molded bricks were replenished. Of note is the recovery of the opening for the bell on the south elevation, o clearing it of the brick addition, with replacement of the roof tiles and ceramic balls, as well as the tiles on the four n pinnacles. . Santa María La Real Piasca

In this twelfth-century Romanesque church, masterpiece of the Cantabria and Liébana Valley Romanesque, the roof was partially lifted by dismantling the corbels and metopes for their workshop restoration through dry-process cleaning, desalination and their physical and structural consolidation by patching cracks and fissures with lime mortar. Provisionally, these elements were replaced by pieces of wood of the same size for the protection of the temple apses, declared of cultural interest in 1930. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia de Santa María, Ateca - Zaragoza t The Government of Aragón entrusted the restoration of this Mudejar church to Kalam. i The roofs were raised in full to replace the original wooden structure, and later covered with Arabic tiles. The walls were dried out o using vented drains and a system of forced convection heaters that solved the moisture n problems. . Iglesia de La Natividad, Bello - Teruel

For the restoration of the Church of the Nativity tower, an octagonal tower made entirely of masonry, the Architecture and Rehabilitation Service of the Government of Aragón awarded the execution of the work to Kalam. This consisted of entirely gutting the inside, to create a system of metal stairs and walkways, which would improve access to the tower. As well, cleaning, repointing and protection of all the walls was carried out successfully by our master craftsmen. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia de San Andrés - Villarejo de Salvanés t Recovery of the lost spire of the Church of San Andres, in Villarejo de Salvanés. i The metal structure was previously built to be placed directly on site with the help of lifting cranes, then coated with a slate o covering. Restoration work was carried out with plaster and paint in the interior n of the church. To improve community relationships, local companies were used . in the rehabilitation work. Iglesia Asunción de Ntra. Sra. Carabaña h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia Asunción de Ntra. Sra. Carabaña t Full restoration of the roofs of the Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Carabaña, Madrid. 80% of i the structure was replaced, redoing the covering with the inclusion of insulation and the use of blankets. The coffered ceilings were dismantled and restored thanks o to our master carpenters and restorers through pickling, dyeing and varnishing treatments. The façade of the n parish house was also rehabilitated by demolishing the upper loft to leave it in its original state. . San Pedro Advíncula (phase I) Church of San Pedro Advincula, City of Vallecas, Madrid. The work consisted of the structural consolidation of the perimeter of the Church with wall collapsing problems. The intervention consisted of its dismantling, the formwork of a retaining wall and masonry work, with the recovery of the granite masonry and the historic flooring. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Iglesia San Pedro Advíncula (phase II) t The Archbishopric of Madrid relied on Kalam for the restoration of the interiors of the church of San Pedro Advíncula due to i the effects caused by structural movements. All cracks were sealed and straps were installed to counteract the stresses and bracket the structure. A new electrical installation was o completed and the vertical walls, vaults, nerves and pendants were restored through the cleaning, trimming and painting with n silicate mineral paints, also eliminating the humidity present. . Iglesia de San Andrés Interventions, two of them awarded by the Municipal Housing Company and the third by the Community of Madrid, included the restoration of the portals, western and eastern, and the construction of the stairs to the roofs. Our restorers did the cleaning, consolidation and recuperation of volumes in both stonework and with restoration mortars, restoring these unique works of Baroque Madrid to their original splendor. h e r i t a g e

r e s t o r a Monasterio de San José - Guadalajara t This monastery suffered substantial foundation problems that caused it to give way towards the Alamin River, i requiring a thorough and careful intervention. The Ministry of Culture awarded Kalam the work of micropiling the foundation, which was completed along with the o restoration of the chapel, the indoor and outdoor flooring, and the recovery of the Teresian wall faces of the n monastery, which had been hidden with rough plaster or stucco done in previous uncontrolled work. . Ntra. Sra. Asunción - Colmenar de Arroyo

Restoring the Church required replacing the carved wood ceiling, structure and slate roofing. Manual cleaning removed stucco; replacing and repointing improved the exterior and interior wall faces of the central nave and bell tower. Also affected were the choir floorboards, granite and terra cotta flooring and restoration of mural paintings, as well as a new altar, light fixtures, electricity, radiant floor and exterior hard urban landscape. (Phases 2 and 3) business qualifications awarded by the Ministry of Economy and Finance levels highest categories artistic heritage heritage restoration (highest category) K-7-E

building demolition C-01-F masonry or concrete structures C-02-F metal structures C-03-F brickwork, stucco and cladding C-04-F stone and marble C-05-F flooring, wall and floor tiling C-06-F insulation and waterproofing C-07-F woodwork C-08-F metalwork C-09-F other classifications special paints and metallizations K-04-D ornaments and decorations K-05-D elevators or conveyors J-01-D plumbing and sanitary systems J-04-C mechanical systems (w/o specific description) J-05-B business qualification prioritizing safety and health regularly renewed without incident committed to quality first company certified in the sector concerned with protecting the environment with a continual improvement process and the application of new procedures Europa Nostra Awards 2016 Special Mention of the Jury social responsibility

In Kalam we feel Social Responsibility as an important part of our job. Since the establishment of the company, we dedicated, as our statutes specify, some of the fruits of our efforts to social and cultural interests. We feel that the fulfillment of our direct responsibilities in the area where we develop our activity does not exempt us from other commitments.

One of the well-developed main priorities of this responsibility is to take part in spon- sor cultural, social and environmental projects, in an active commitment to main- taining and promoting the principles, criteria, norms and values that define our business philosophy, including:

• ATYME Foundation: we believe in mediation and we participate as founding patrons.

• Spanish Association for the Protection of the Architectural Heritage of the twentieth century (AEPPAS 20). We rely on the strong support for the Association and we sponsor the International Conference on Criteria for Intervention in the Architectural Heritage of the Twen- tieth Century, in which the Madrid Document was signed that incor- porated ICOMOS in its XVI General Assembly of Paris and are now represented as patrons in their daily work.

• ICOMOS: ”Kalam with Heritage” Scholarships, helped architecture experts attend the 19th General Assembly held in Florence, , in November 2014. social responsibility

• PHI project. Iberoamerican Cultural+Historical Heritage. Kalam serves as the Technical Secretary of the International Network, and has supported it from its fortunate constitution, with scholarships through the Polytechnic University of Madrid, in efforts to spread the experience of the practice of restoration of heritage, and through the continued efforts of PHI, convinced of the im- portance and scope of their work in defence of Iberoamerican Heritage.

• Awards in technical or art schools.

• Collaborations with museums and foundations.

• In-house projects implemented with artists for the Vicente Ferrer Foundation.

• Macro Exhibition of Earth from Above, sponsorship of events and direct ac- tion with social interest associations.

• Organization of jazz concerts at the Carlos Antwerp Foundation.

• Participation in cultural projects of Hometown Societies.

• In-house activities developing an encounter with Fine Arts through thematic projects. ekaba kalam space for fine arts

ekaba, Kalam space for fine arts, responds with art to the social and cultural im- plications of Kalam. It is a project that has matured over the years, allowing us to meet up and enjoy the fine arts with professionals, close associates and friends. We facilitate the acquisition of works by renowned artists with our direct patronage.

It takes place in two phases: the first day is a lecture, always given by outstanding speakers, followed by a roundtable, attended by the participating artists. These artists exhibit, during a second phase and in a specially-prepared space, the works that they produced for the monograph. ekaba projects for sustainable development

phase 1: lecture and discussion

Dr. Antonio Lamela, Architect and Academic, spoke of the term Geoism, which he himself coined almost 50 years ago. This proposes the need for regional planning in the world, with a strategy for effective management of resources to reduce inequalities and with maximum environmental protection. ekaba projects for sustainable development

phase 2: exhibition

Exhibition of paintings, in which the artists showed their monographic works: José Luis Alexanco, José Luis Fajardo, Assumpció Mateu, Manuel Rodriguez and Paul Prior Guy. Subsequently, a performance of jazz by Jorge Pardo, Javier Massó “Ca- ramelo” on piano, Alain Pérez on bass, Rubem Dantas on percussion and trumpet player Terry Gonzalez.