In the vibrant urban fabric of Barcelona, more than fifteen years ago, the architecture studio of Marcos Catalán was born, a practice that understands each project as an invitation to reconnect with the very senses of space, of detail, of the silence generated by well-crafted forms.
In 2017, he joined forces with Marta García Orte, consolidating a studio where each work is approached as a tailor-made garment, adapted to the singularities of the place, of those who inhabit it, of its light, its history, and its surroundings. Catalán and García Orte are committed to simplicity, functionality, and beauty as paths toward lasting architecture, believing that true sustainability —that which transcends trends and technologies— resides in the enduring pleasure of inhabiting.
Their architecture seeks to nurture not only what can be seen, but also what is felt by those who live within it. Each project is forged with the right collaborators, materials, and strategies, carried out with technical rigor, balance, and sustainability.
The studio has received numerous awards and recognitions: selected and finalist projects at the FAD Awards, the Biennials of Architecture of the comarques of Girona, the Saloni Awards, among others. Their work has been featured in national and international publications such as AD Architectural Digest, Casa Fácil, Diseño Interior, Arquitectura y Diseño, El País Semanal, and many more.
Marcos Catalán
A designer trained at Elisava School of Design (Barcelona, 1997), Marcos Catalán began his career collaborating with various studios until founding his own practice in 2006, “Marcos Catalán, Studio,” dedicated to integrated design: architecture, interior design, and product design. In 2017 he took a significant step by partnering with Marta García Orte, consolidating a shared vision.
Alongside his professional practice, he teaches in master’s programs in interior design at Elisava, and has participated as a guest lecturer at design schools across Catalonia and Spain, as well as an international speaker in Monterrey, Mexico.
Marta García Orte
An architect trained at the Barcelona School of Architecture (ETSAB, 2005), Marta began her career collaborating in both national and international practices, until in 2010 she founded her own studio, developing comprehensive architectural projects. She complemented her education with a Master’s in Construction Management at La Salle Barcelona – ETSALS (2007) and a Master’s in Architecture at the Barcelona Institute of Architecture – MBIArch (2010).
Since 2012 she has combined professional practice with teaching at the School of Architecture of UIC Barcelona, where she teaches subjects related to design, university competitions, and ephemeral installations. She has also been recognized in competitions such as Urban Plunge and Llum BCN (2019), reflecting her interest in the dialogue between the everyday, the ephemeral, and the spatial.