Casa Ordeig (Ordeig House), Valencia

Tucked into the heart of Valencia鈥檚 historic centre at Market Square, you鈥檒l find a striking example of early 20th-century design. Created in 1907 by the esteemed architect Francisco Mora, this building was originally commissioned as a private residence for a figure of the local bourgeoisie. Its style blends Valencian Modernism with touches of Neo-Gothic flair, echoing the stylistic transitions of the era.

The front fa莽ade catches the eye with elegant tripartite windows on the upper floors, framed by slender columns and rich decorative flourishes. A beautifully crafted balcony marks the third floor, lending a sense of rhythm and detail to the structure鈥檚 profile. Above, a distinctive Neo-Gothic tower rises, complete with battlement-like pillars, delicate rose windows, and sgraffito patterns typical of modernist style. Wrought iron railings adorned with leafy motifs bring a touch of organic softness to the otherwise bold silhouette.

Some of the ornamental elements draw inspiration from the nearby Silk Exchange, combining unusual Gothic designs with traditional Valencian symbols of abundance鈥攍ike corbels depicting farmers carrying fruit. The overall effect is one of confidence and optimism, expressed through stone and iron.

Around the corner on Ramilletes Street, the decorative rhythm continues, with similar modernist sgraffito and Neo-Gothic battlements that wrap the structure in consistent beauty. Every surface seems to carry intention, inviting a slower gaze.

For anyone wandering through central Valencia, Ordeig House offers more than just a pretty sight鈥攊t鈥檚 a reminder of how creativity once shaped even the most everyday spaces, turning a private residence into a piece of living art.

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Sight Name: Casa Ordeig (Ordeig House)
Sight Location: Valencia, Spain (See walking tours in Valencia)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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