Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal

The architect Louis Kahn explored in his work the mystical nature of space and light, of form and matter.   And we pay him tribute with Louis. Our new catenary linear lighting system for urban settings.   We promote urban living spaces that evoke the relaxed feeling of home.   Light gives a scene nuance, and frames it.   We are defined by spaces which they teach us to coexist.   A light embraced by its shade.   Louis blends into space. Video by Studio Aranda Santos

We got featured at Monocle’s July-August edition. Read more about us, our story as a company and our goals for the future. Thank you for helping us spread our story. Text by Hester Underhill Photos by Guillermo de la Torre

Via Laietana’s new respectful lighting Via Laietana, part of the Cerdà plan (1859) for the Eixample of Barcelona, directly connects the new district with the port, cutting through the old city. Completed in the early 20th century, its architecture is highly valuable, with buildings listed as cultural assets of local and national interest.   Historically, Via Laietana has been occupied by vehicles however the avenue is undergoing a transformation to become a friendlier, greener space for citizens. The lighting project respects the architectural heritage and historical context. Luminaires are positioned on facades as elegant, neutral elements, optimising pedestrian space and using detailed analysis for their placement.   In squares and open spaces, the lighting is complemented by tall columns and adjustable spotlights, directing light where needed. Additionally, to respect light privacy inside homes, devices were designed to shield the light, preventing backward light emission and reducing light intrusion. Photos by Pol Renau Wehr Viktor Vilarrasa

The Living City A documentary series that reflects on cities that are better connected, greener and more humane. "Cities are our raison d’être. We reflect upon how public spaces can be better connected, greener and more human. It’s about our history and our future. How we defend values that inspire us to act responsibly. Because we are passionate about cities and want you to take part." -Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal See all episodes: https://lnkd.in/dVMF4v2t https://lnkd.in/eiCh6iik

Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming our colleagues from the German studios: Atelier Loidl Landschaftsarchitekten Berlin GmbH, Grieger Harzer Dvorak, NSP christoph schonhoff landschaftsarchitekten and RMP Stephan Lenzen Landschaftsarchitekten to our Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal headquarters in Barcelona. It was a pleasure to welcome you all to Parc de Belloch and to show you more about our commitment to the city, the people and the planet, as well as how we work in projects.🌍 I hope you enjoyed the experience and the Spanish sun!☀ I would also like to thank my colleagues from Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal for taking the time to prepare such wonderful presentations and show the passion behind all their work. 💚 I learned a lot too. See you next time! ---------------------------------------- Letzte Woche hatten wir das Vergnügen, unsere Kollegen aus deutschen Studios Atelier Loidl Landschaftsarchitekten Berlin GmbH, Grieger Harzer Dvorak, NSP christoph schonhoff landschaftsarchitekten und RMP Stephan Lenzen Landschaftsarchitekten in unserer Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal Hauptsitz in Barcelona zu begrüßen. Es war uns eine Freude, Sie alle im Parc de Belloch zu willkommen und Ihnen mehr über unser Engagement für die Stadt, die Menschen und der Planet, und auch über unsere Arbeitsweise zu sprechen. 🌍 Ich hoffe, Sie haben die Erfahrung und die spanische Sonne genossen! ☀ Ich möchte auch meinen Kollegen von Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal und Belloch Forestal dafür danken, dass sie so wunderbare Präsentationen vorbereitet haben und die Leidenschaft hinter all ihrer Arbeit zeigen. 💚 Ich habe auch viel gelernt. Bis nächstes Mal!

Landscape Forms, the official and long-time partner of Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal in the USA and Canada, works closely with the Barcelona-based design house to bring an aesthetic and forward-looking ethos. Read more:

The Living City A documentary series that reflects on cities that are better connected, greener and more humane. Episodes: 5 Length: 1 minute per episode Features: Josep Maria Serra, Claudia Nieto, Joan Roig, Lucía Millet, Pablo Martínez, Mateu Sans Cities are our raison d’être. We reflect upon how public spaces can be better connected, greener and more human. It’s about our history and our future. How we defend values that inspire us to act responsibly. Because we are passionate about cities and want you to take part. See all episodes at https://lnkd.in/dVMF4v2t Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal + Land Forms Landscape Construction #urbidermis #urbanlife #thelivingcity #urbanelements #responsability

Spring came with two special US visits. We had the honor of receiving our partner from the US Landscape Forms together with some lighting designers from the country. From walking around our headquarters at Parc de Belloch to exploring Urbidermis Belloch Forestal’s tree nursery, we shared how we approach responsibility. We also manipulated and experimented light with our products. Finally, we ended our tour with a visit to Barcelona to learn more about its architecture and urbanism. Thank you all for coming. It has been amazing meeting you and sharing knowledge and experiences. We believe the photos speak for themselves, capturing the memories we created together. David Silverman & Associates, Inc., HLB Lighting Design, Collaborative Lighting LLC (Adam Kibbe), Design Workshop, Essential Light Design Studio, Architectural Lighting Alliance (ALA), Gandy² Lighting Design - G2LD, Lighting Associates, Inc., CM KLING + ASSOCIATES and Hartranft Lighting Design. Special thanks to Landscape Forms for making this happen. This would had not been possible without all of you Jordan Agustin Tim Bray, Erin Pohlmann and Angela Saladino, LC. We hope you all felt at home. Hope to see you soon. Raquel Viña Villasante Eva Parés Lluís Trujols Vilahur

Earlier this month, Kathryn Gustafson was interviewed by Urbidermis & Belloch Forestal to talk about how the relationship between spaces and people “is not only functional but also emotional”. Urbidermis has said “talking with Kathryn is understanding first-hand how it feels to make a place yours. To appropriate it. The way she explains each project and talks about the places is simply the living example of that connection.” Kathryn says, “the goal [for any Project] is that your landscape becomes part of people’s lives”. The Barcelona based company Urbidermis has built a reputation for innovation in urban furniture. To read the interview with Kathryn in full, visit https://lnkd.in/dkiJMcWx For full information on the Projects mentioned in the interview, visit https://lnkd.in/eJwRg55Z for the Parque Central Project and https://lnkd.in/dCBruHtn for the Rhine Terrace Project. #gustafsonporterbowman #spacesthatfit #landscape #sustainability #urbanfurniture #publicrealm #landscapearchitecture #urbidermis #valencia

Next Thursday 6th of June we will be in Houten, Utrecht, at Vakbeurs Ruimte & Licht. Raquel Viña Villasante, our Area Manager, and Edwin Heurman, from HB International, our local partner, will be happy to meet you. If you want to learn more about us and our latest designs, come and say hi. See you there! #VakbeursRuimteLicht #Urbidermis #UrbanLighting #Responsability