CaixaForum Madrid is a cultural center in Madrid, Spain. Located in Paseo del Prado in a former power station, it is owned by the not-for-profit banking foundation "la Caixa". The art center opened its doors in 2008 and it hosts temporary art exhibitions and cultural events.
CaixaForum Madrid and Vertical Garden in 2011. | |
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| Established | 2008 (2008) |
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| Location | Madrid, Spain |
| Type | Cultural center |
| Owner | Fundación ”la Caixa” |
| Website | Caixa Forum Madrid |
It was designed by the Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron and built by Ferrovial between 2001 and 2007.[1] It was an old power station called Central Del Mediodía, from the 1900s. The Vertical Garden by Patrick Blanc at the square is also well-known.
"La Caixa" Foundation | |
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Fundación Bancaria Caixa d'Estalvis i Pensions de Barcelona, "la Caixa" | |
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