Casa Mulleras is a house in

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district. Originally built in 1868, it was remodelled in a Neoclassical style by

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between 1906 and 1911. The house forms part of a row of buildings known as the ''

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'' (or ''Mansana de la Discòrdia'', the "Block of Discord"). The ''Illa de la Discòrdia'' derives its name from its clashing architectural styles, and while the block is best known for its '' Modernista'' architecture (most notably

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of 1906), the more sober Neoclassical style of Casa Mulleras contrasts sharply with its more opulent neighbours.

History

The Ramon Comas house was originally built by Pau Martorell in 1868. In 1906 it was acquired by Ramon Mulleras who commissioned Enric Sagnier to renovate the facade. While Sagnier's architectural portfolio included buildings designed in a variety of styles, including

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and the Modernista style, he redesigned Casa Mulleras in a Neoclassical style, completing his work in 1911. Despite its relatively restrained design in comparison to the neighbouring properties, Casa Mulleras incorporates some

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features derived from

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such as the gallery and the balconies.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Casa Mulleras Neoclassical architecture in Barcelona Modernisme architecture in Barcelona Houses completed in 1868 Houses completed in 1911 Tourist attractions in Barcelona Eixample Passeig de Gràcia Houses in Catalonia Bien de Interés Cultural landmarks in the Province of Barcelona