This two bathrooms flat is located at the very center of the fashionable district El Born, just behind the Picasso Museum. The building was completely renewed in one of the first architectonic interventions of the district, for which it received one of the most prestigious architecture awards in 1992. It was the beginning of the blooming of the district, now a reference point in Europe. The building has a doorman and two lifts, and a peaceful and quiet inner area that contrasts with the lively quarter where it is located. The apartment was completely refurbished in 2006, and exquisitely combines the historic features of the building with a modern and minimal style decoration and all the comfort of modern high-quality facilities and appliances. According to visitors, it makes the perfect base for a memorable stay in Barcelona- The location can’t be better, it is just behind the Picasso Museum, about five minutes walk from Las Ramblas and about five minutes walk to the old port of Barcelona on the sea. The district is the well-known EL BORN, a trendy area full of new design shops and cosy restaurants and pubs. All the area around is pedestrian. Just a few meters from calle Montcada a street of XV Century mansions that now are museums or art galeries.Also near to Mercat de Santa Catalina where you have an amazing variety of fresh products such as fish and fruit, and also very close to Barcelona Cathedral and Palau de la Musica On the other hand, in contrast with its historic location, the apartment is new and has all the comfort that the modern home features provide