Sagrada Família Sustainability Guide - Materials and Funding

Sagrada's sustainability story is tied to longevity, precision, and a rare donation-funded model that reinforces phased decision-making.

Key levers

• Long-life stone and repairable assemblies reduce lifecycle replacement.
• Digital prefabrication limits waste and rework.
• Phased delivery allows continuous refinement instead of single-shot overbuild.

Visitor takeaway

Sustainability here is less about trends and more about designing for centuries.