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THE MODERN STYLE

The modern style

its relevance is even surprising for neighbours

A tour through the Modern Style architecture in the Province of Cádiz will take you into an unknown heritage which relevance is amusing even for people who live in its surroundings. The style had a late impact in Spain and became popular in the 1950s. Some of these pieces have been declared of Cultural Interest but are still far from enjoying full recognition.

Highlights in Cádiz include the Watchtower (Casto Fernández-Shaw, 1940), the School of Maritime Studies (López y Laorga, 1963), the old Municipal Cinema, Hermu Warehouse and El Olivillo building (by Antonio Sánchez Esteve, 1930, 1938 and 1943). In Puerto Real, the Electric Towers (Nero Scalia, 1955) and the Engineer Houses (Joaquín Barquín y Barón, 1955). In Jerez de la Frontera, the Plata Estate (De la Cuadra e Irízar, 1940) and Tío Pepe Wineries (Eduardo Torroja, 1960). In El Puerto de Santa María, the Nuestra Señora del Mar Villas (Felipe Medina Benjumea, 1954). In Barbate, the old Fish Market (Casto Fernández-Shaw, 1940). And in Algeciras, the market (Eduardo Torroja, 1935).