World Trade Center and Grand Marina Hotel

The complex is designed not as a single large structure but as a cluster of four curved buildings framing generous public spaces. Grouped around an interlocking arrival forecourt, an inner courtyard with retail arcades, and an elevated central patio, the trade center occupies three of the segments, while a hotel occupies the fourth. Beyond this lies a tree-lined promenade, echoing the historic Ramblas nearby and linking the complex with the larger port and surrounding city.

Echoing local tradition, the gangway level serves as a piano nobile with a central patio surrounded by passenger halls, providing access to ships and support spaces. Horizontal bands of windows are reminiscent of those on ocean liners.

A raised, covered walkway running the length of the pier connects ferry terminals with those at the base of the Trade Center. This linking structure doubles as a public promenade overlooking the old port.