Traditionally a fishermen’s town, Santander is now a tourism city in Cantabria in Spain. Founded in the surroundings of the church of San Emeterio, it was Alfonso VIII, the king of Castilla, who officially founded the town in 1187. It was one of the leading ports of the crown of Castilla, along with Laredo, but the city remained relatively small until the late 19th century. Some industries developed linked with construction and shipbuilding activities. Now the capital of Cantabria, Santander, is the central city of a metropolitan area organized around Santander bay. It has numerous beaches, Playa del Promontorio, Playa de la Magdalena, and the most known Playa de el Sardinero. La Magdalena Palace, one of the previous summer rest residences of the Spanish Monarchy, is one of the most famous structures in the city. Santander is the home town of Spain’s biggest bank Banco Santander Central Hispano. This bank has many buildings still in the city, some of them of great architectural value. Some innovative buildings have been built over the last couple of years, like the Sports arena or the Congress Centre.
Re-thinking The Future is a global platform for architecture and design. RTF along with our authors has curated a list of top architecture firms in various cities across the globe. Please note that the names are arranged in alphabetical order and are not ranked in any manner.
A1 Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, corporate buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Modern and dynamic
Website: www.a1arquitectos.com
In 1999, Javier de la Rosa founded A1 Arquitectos. Since then, there have been many professionals with whom they are lucky enough to share their projects. The team has been growing with new incorporations of enthusiastic young professionals.
Acova Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture, urban planning and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, corporate buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: User experience
Website: www.acovastudio.com
They design tailor-made spaces suitable for each different way of living and inhabiting architecture. Based on teamwork, they carry out urban planning, restoration, interior design, and new construction projects.
Amutio y Bernal Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture, interior designing and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: According to client’s requirements
Website: www.amutioybernal.com
At Amutio y Bernal Arquitectos, they give each client the best possible service and treatment. They Provide a close and personalized treatment, giving maximum priority to the wishes and needs of each client.
Arquitectura e Ingeniería Fuorma 3 S.L.P.
Scope of services: architecture, remodelling and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Technical development
Website: www.fuorma3.es
Their human team, in which the collaboration between architects, technical architects and engineers allows us to give the global and specialized vision that each project requires, is at your disposal to advise you on any aspect related to our business.
Corten Cantabria
Scope of services: architecture, remodelling and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Rehabilitation
Website: www.cortencantabria.com
This firm was born within a group of professionals in the construction and architecture sector that began its activity at the end of 2011, specializing in all types of Works’ Building and Rehabilitation sector.
De La Fuente Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Contemporary designs
Website: www.delafuentearquitectos.com
This firm was founded in Santander after its establishment, and they work on many big projects. They also participated in many contests over the years and won many awards. They are also recognized as the best firm.
De La Fuente Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Technical development
Website: www.delafuentearquitectos.com
This firm specializes in construction, designing, architecture and every service you ask for. They are featured in many magazines.
Estudio Lätt
Scope of services: architecture, design and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings, hospitality and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Innovation
Website: www.estudiolatt.com
Innovation as a philosophy and continuous change as a lifestyle, they are always focused on new challenges to face. They feel passion for their work; architecture and design and believe that it must be lived passionately.
GRGS Arquitectos
Scope of services: architecture, engineering, design and construction
Types of Built Projects: Residential, multi-use buildings, hospitality and commercial
Locations of Built Projects: Santander
Style of work: Technical development
Website: www.grgsarquitectos.es
They have thirty years of professional experience in Cantabria as co-founding architects of GRGS Arquitectos. The works carried out cover different fields and typologies in the world of architecture. They also collaborate with other technicians, civil engineers, industrial engineers, technical architects, reprography, infographics and architectural studies.
