Sagrada Familia Architects: Gaudi and His Successors
Antoni Gaudi led the basilica from 1883 to 1926 but did not see it finished. Eight chief architects after him have completed his vision, with Jordi Faulí leading since 2012.
Read more →The Sagrada Familia Basilica: Architecture and Symbols
Antoni Gaudi designed the Sagrada Familia as a stone Bible: every column, facade and tower carries a meaning. Discover the architects, towers and facades that will be finished in 2026.
Last updated: 2026-04-25
Sagrada Familia Plans: Gaudi's Vision in 1:25 Models
Gaudi worked in 3D plaster models at 1:25 scale rather than 2D drawings. The Civil War destroyed the originals in 1936, and his successors spent 80 years rebuilding them.
Read more →The 18 Towers of Sagrada Familia
When complete in 2026 the Sagrada Familia will have 18 towers, each one a symbol. The central Tower of Jesus Christ at 172.5 metres will be the tallest building in Barcelona.
Read more →The Three Facades of Sagrada Familia
The Sagrada Familia tells the life of Christ on three facades: Nativity (east), Passion (west) and Glory (south). Together they form a stone Bible legible without words.
Read more →Sagrada Familia History: 144 Years Under Construction
The Sagrada Familia cornerstone was laid in 1882 by architect Villar. Gaudi took over a year later and worked on it until his tragic tram accident in 1926. The basilica will finall...
Read more →Sagrada Familia Completion 2026: Centenary Year
The Tower of Jesus Christ tops out in 2026, the centenary of Gaudi's death. The structure will be complete but the Glory facade and decorative work continues to 2034.
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