The Girona College of Technical Architecture Commemorates 50 Years of Heritage Preservation and the Legacy of "La Punxa"

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The project has been carried out in collaboration with the Rafael Masó Foundation

The Girona College of Technical Architecture (CATGI) today presented a series of initiatives to mark the 50th anniversary of its commitment to preserving the city's historical heritage. This landmark began in 1975 with the active defense and recovery of Casa Teixidor-popularly known as "La Punxa" (the spire)-which was in a severe state of neglect at the time. The presentation event featured the Mayor of Girona and President of the Rafael Masó Foundation, Lluc Salellas; the President of CATGI, Antoni Bramon; and the Director of the Foundation, Jordi Falgàs.

A key highlight of the anniversary is the renovation of the "caseta de la Punxa," an annexed guardhouse originally built for security. Antoni Bramon, President of CATGI, explained that "this renovation reflects our desire to recover, reactivate, and open 'La Punxa' to the public. We want this unique space to become a point of contact between citizens, historical memory, and architectural heritage." As part of this outreach, a screen has been installed in one of the guardhouse windows facing Santa Eugènia Street. This display will feature a historical documentary about the building alongside professional news and promotional content.

Mayor Lluc Salellas expressed his gratitude for the College's long-standing dedication: "The City Council fully supports this initiative, which aligns with our goal of ensuring Girona's heritage is known, shared, and experienced by everyone."

Jordi Falgàs, Director of the Rafael Masó Foundation, highlighted the building's historical significance as a symbol of Girona's urban expansion. "The construction of the Teixidor development turned Santa Eugènia Street into one of the city's modern axes," Falgàs noted. He also emphasized that "'La Punxa' was the tallest building designed by Rafael Masó, representing a significant technical challenge for its time."

A large-format photographic exhibition has been installed at the building's entrance and will remain on display throughout the year. This exhibition, combined with the new audiovisual elements, provides a comprehensive look at the history of Casa Teixidor and its role in the city's identity.

In the photo, Salellas, Falgàs and, on the right, Bramon, observing the new information screen that has been installed in the Punxa guard booth.