SKATE SQUARE

The object of the action was the execution of the redevelopment of a public space of 609 m2 for the practice of Skateboarding and other urban sports, in the space located on the Passeig Circumvallación, specifically between the sidewalk , the CEM Ciutadella and in front of the entrance to the Campillo, in the neighborhood of Sant Pere, Santa Caterina and la Ribera, in the Ciutat Vella District of Barcelona.

The project, drawn up by Pol Martín (PMAM/SKATE ARCHITECTS), contemplated a “skate square” skate space, made of flamed black granite, which occupies an area of 366 m2. This is why the current location was chosen, which allowed the placement of really attractive ramps for users, creating a new space for the practice of street skateboarding, of which Barcelona is a true international “Mecca”.

The characteristics of the granite, its hardness and dimensions (large part 120 x 40 cm and 10 cm thick) make it a unique work. In order to place the heavy parts, maintain the joints and the planimetry of the work, an intense control was carried out by the construction team. The construction company, OPROCAT, used a suction cup to comply with the safety and correct execution of the placement of the granite paving pieces. In this sense, large granite blocks of up to 240 x 80 x 65 cm were placed that act as obstacles and skateable urban elements.

The works started in February and ended in July 2019, with OPROCAT as the contracting company, BIMSA in the management of the works, Pol Martín as technical assistance and Landem as the site manager.

The project, drawn up by Pol Martín (PMAM / SKATE ARCHITECTS), contemplated a “skate plaza” type skate space, made of flamed black granite, which occupies an area of 366 m2. That is why the current site was chosen, which allowed the placement of really attractive ramps for users, creating a new space for skateboarding in the “street” or “street” mode, of which Barcelona is an authentic “Mecca ” international.

The characteristics of the granite, its hardness and dimensions (large part 120 x 40 cm and 10 cm thick) make it a unique work. In order to place the heavy pieces, maintain the joints and the planimetry of the work, an intense control was carried out by the construction team. The construction company, OPROCAT, used a suction cup to comply with the safety and correct execution of the placement of the granite floor pieces. In this sense, large granite blocks of up to 240 x 80 x 65 cm will be placed, which act as obstacles and skateable urban elements.

The works started in February and ended in July 2019, with OPROCAT as the contracting company, BIMSA in the management of the works, Pol Martín as technical assistance and Landem as the construction manager.