FARMHOUSE CAN XICARRÓ GRAPHIC AND HISTORICAL STUDY OF THE FARMHOUSE IN VILANOVA I LA GELTRÚ AUTHOR: SERGIO LÓPEZ BAREA BUILDING ENGINEERING TUTOR: BENET MECA ACOSTA FINAL DEGREE PROJECT CALL: OCTOBER 2012 Introduction After making various visits and compiling a variety of information, the focus of this thesis will be on The farmhouse Can Xicarró which is located in Polygon 1 42 (b) Vilanova i the Geltrú (Barcelona) This thesis will focus on the masía’s astonishing history and architecture, factors which inspired me to research and study this project. In order to develop this thesis, a series of sketches were carried out in which information about floors, elevations, sections and details were compiled. On the other hand, in order to complete the historical analysis, photographs and books about farmhouse were researched. The records of this spectacular construction show that there has been housing in Can Xicarró since 1497, in other words, only five years after the discovery of the Americas. It should be noted that it was formally known the Farmhouse of the Planas which was owned by Pere Ballester. Subsequently Manuel Olivella Sama acquired it in the nineteenth century, and converted it to a Neo-Mudejar style characterized by stone arches, ornate tiles and brick. At this time it was fashionable to demonstrate wealth. The location had many hectares of vineyards, which were used for the production of the wine and were stored in the warehouses adjacent to the main house. Due to the small stature of the owner, the name of Las Planes was changed to Xicarró, meaning “little man” in Catalan. The main facade was named “Villa Rosa” in honor of the granddaughter of Olivella who unfortunately died before her time. During the Civil War, Mr. Olivella or his son bet in various casinos. In order to pay these outstanding gambling debts and pieces of the homestead were sold. Subsequently, the house became an orphanage. However, by the year 2000, John Duffi of Scotland (and in addition one of the people who took care of us during the project) bought the house and slowly began renovating it little by little. INDEX MEMORY PAG 1. THE FARMHOUSE CAN XICARRÓ 1.1 GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION 1 1.2 HISTORICAL LOCATION. CHRONOLOGY 2 1.3 THE BUILDING. THE MASÍA CAN XICARRÓ 1.3.1 STRUCTURE/ DISTRIBUTION 4 1.3.2 SURFACES 6 1.4 USES OF THE FARMHOUSE 7 BIBLIOGRAPHY 10 CONCLUSIONS 10 THANKS 10 CD CONTENT 10 Farmhouse Can Xicarró Vilanova i la Geltrú Memory Municipio de Vilanova i la 1. THE FARM HOUSE CAN XICARRÓ Geltrú 1.1 GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION The farmhouse Can Xicarró housing estate is located in Polygon 42 1(B), in the area of Mas Xicarró of the municipality of the Vilanova i La Geltru and Garraf region. Specifically, according to the worldwide cartographic coordinate system and the virtual office of the cadastre following values are set: Coordinates GPS: 41° 14′ 7.87″ N, 1° 42′ 37.85″ E Coordinates UTM: z: 31T x: 391938 y: 4565704 Cadastral reference: 2058047CF9625N0001TR The path of Dels Cireres and the Masia Xicarró housing estate delimits the area where the Vilanova I la Geltrú could be highlighted as a coastal municipality, with an extension of 33.5 km² property is located. The constructed surface area of the plot according to the cadastre is 1585m² and a population of 66,782 inhabitants. It is located halfway between two major metropolitan areas and in its entirety the housing consists of 937m ². (40Km from Barcelona and 45 km from Tarragona). It is known for its ample amounts of cultural offerings such as its technological museums and Location of Masía Can romanticism. It also should also be noted that it can be easily accessed by train. Xicarró Lastly, sports, beaches, walkways, and golf courses are also important parts of Vilanova I la Geltrú’'s infrastructure. Situation of the municipality Situation in Catalonia 1 Farmhouse Can Xicarró Vilanova i la Geltrú 1.2 HISTORICAL LOCATION As you can see, the evolution of festive events and celebrations became important, and Pedro Gumà in 1804 starred in the first theater of Villanueva. According to the historical archives, a feudal lord of Geltrú enacted a law which stated that the recently married must spend their first wedding night with him, Finally, in the mid-twentieth century while in the process of offering new products, the industry made a wager for the metal and chemical factories. For this reason, inhabitants of La Geltrú migrated to territories near the sea, such as Cubellas. This chosen stetting therefore became a new town, and over the years the two towns merged. Evolution of the Textile industry municipality In 1274, Vilanova i la Geltru, founded by King Jaime the First, granted the Municipal Charter. This charter was a key element in his reign, as it granted a number of privileges to population groups in order to obtain repopulation in certain areas of economic and strategic interest during the recapture of this region. During the modern age, in the mid-eighteenth century, Carlos III boosted the economy of the At the present moment, the municipality is known as a pioneer of the fishing activity and is territory with the start of American trade. This led to a cultural investment, along with a creation of highlighted as one of the most important of Catalonia. This does not mean that Vilanova i la Geltrú meeting points and other sources of entertainment. The city brought about a great economic will not continue to devote to agriculture, tertiary sector and services. dynamism based on agriculture and maritime trade until the nineteenth century. Since then, the industry of the textile sector was harnessed. Alongside this phenomenon the majestic meeting gardens appeared adding joy to the city, all of which was due to contact with the island of Cuba. Photo of the nineteenth century Vilanova i la Geltrú 2 Farmhouse Can Xicarró Can Farmhouse Historic Events 1450 THE FARMHOUSE CAN XICARRÓ 1460 1470 1480 1492. The Discovery of America 1490 -1497. CONSTRUCTION OF THE MASÍA CAN XICARRÓ. 1500 OWNER PERE BALLESTER 1510 1520 1530 1540 1550 1560 -1570. THE MASÍA CAN XICARRÓ OWNED BY PERE ROSSELL 1570 1580 1590 1600 1610 1620 1630 1640 1650 1660 Vilanova i la Geltrú la i Vilanova 1670 1680 1690 1700 1710 1720 1730 1740 1750 1760 1770 1780 1790 1804. PEDRO GUMÁERIGIÓ EL FIRST THEATER IN VILLANUEVA- 1800 1810 1820 1830 1840 -1842. THE PROPERTY HAS A NEW OWNER, MANUEL OLIVELLA I SAMÀ. 1850 1860 -1688. RENOVATED THE MASÍA – NEOMUDEJAR STYLE 1870 1888. UNVIERSAL EXPOSITION IN BARCELONA - 1880 1890 -1905. LA FARM LOCATED IN THE HOMESTEAD XICARRÓ SELLS 1914-1918- WORLD WAR I 1900 MILK HOME DELIVRY. 1910 -1911. THEY NAME THE PROPERTY “VILLA ROSA” IN HONOR OF OVIVELLA’S GRANDAUGHTER WHO DIED BEFORE 1920 HER TIME 939 95 O 1930 -1936-1939. SPANISH CIVIL WAR. THE MASÍA IS USED AS AN ORFANAGE 1940 1950 1960 1975. DEATH DE FRANCISCO FRANCO. JUAN CARLOS I KING OF SPAIN 1970 1980 1992. CEBRATIONS OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES IN BARCELONA- 1990 -2000. SCOTTISH BUSINESS MAN, JOHN DUFFI, 3 2001. 9/11 ATTACK OF THE WORLD TRADE CENTER NYC - 2000 BUYS THE PROPERTY AND RENOVATES IT 2004. ATACK IN MADRID - 2010 2020 Farmhouse Can Xicarró Vilanova i la Geltrú 1.3 THE BULDLING. LA MASÍA CAN XICARRÓ surface of 36,97m ². Its location in this area gives it prominence and importance because it has it has access to the main kitchen, bath, porch and outdoor area. 1.3.1 STRUCTURE/ DISTRIBUTION The farmhouse Can Xicarró is an isolated housing estate with dimensions of 1585m². Located within its interior is a farm, a garage, a tennis court, swimming pool, lake and two hectares of gardens with a large variety of vegetation. Our object of study is specifically located in La Plana, in the territory known as Xicarró housing estate due to the presence of the farmhouse, although still not legalized. It is characterized by a neo-mudejar style. Structurally has forged unidirectional wood joists which rest on the walls of ceramic bricks load. As to its foundation, considering its characteristics, run Hall shoe factory. By corresponding with the facade, we can say that it is an element that varies in size around 10cm based on its location. In terms of dimensions and distribution, we can say that the building consists of a basement, a ground floor, first floor, second floor and deck. In each area, its squared shape stands out. The ground floor is a dimension of +0.10, its constructed area is 367.00 m², and a porch of 193, 23 sq. m. By the south facade and main entrance, we found a very ornate hall. In this 64.29 m² space, we can appreciate the great style in all its splendor. From this point on the right side we have access to a large room with pool table and music system. Following its route and crossing one of the inner divisions we turn to the main dining room with a 4 Farmhouse Can Xicarró Vilanova i la Geltrú The kitchen is equipped with two refrigerators, two ovens, dishwasher, freezer and microwave. In conclusion, on the third floor different levels can be found, such as +10.26m which leads to the suites, +10.86m in the distributor which is accessed means of a ladder or ramp and +11.96m in the Returning to the main entrance towards the left hand side, we find a large room used for meeting master suite known as the Sultan Suite thus allowing it to have spectacular views. or just for relaxing.