Santa Clara Convent

The Santa Clara Convent is an architectural complex of high historical and heritage value, with origins dating back to the 13th century. Listed as a Cultural Asset of Local Interest (BCIL), it required an intervention that was especially respectful of the pre-existing heritage elements.

Our intervention consisted of the refurbishment and enhancement of a significant part of the convent in order to adapt it to the Casa Caixa Proinfància project promoted by the “la Caixa” Foundation, aimed at supporting families and children in situations of vulnerability.

Year: 2017
Duration (months): 5
Location: Nou de Santa Clara 60-62, Manresa
Surface area (m2): 511
Developer: Fundació La Caixa
Architecture: Taller Tres Arquitectura
Photography: Jordi Leal

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We have brought to fruition

A respectful intervention in a high heritage-value complex

Functional, accessible spaces adapted to current regulations.
Childcare and family support services, educational spaces, offices, administrative areas and outdoor play and leisure areas,
Modern building services, HVAC, electrical and telecommunications systems, integrated in a respectful manner within the existing structure.

We have made possible

Universal accessibility in a historic building

Through the construction of a new external vertical circulation core located on the northern wing of the convent, enabling the removal of architectural barriers and improving connectivity between spaces, while integrating a contemporary solution respectfully into the volume and image of the convent.

We’ve worked with dedication

Combining traditional construction techniques with contemporary solutions

Selective demolition works.
Structural reinforcements using rolled steel profiles, corrugated steel decking and reinforced concrete.
New roof to the access volume.
Interior layout based on functional flexibility criteria.
Improved comfort conditions and enhanced energy efficiency.