José María Bocabella

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José María Bocabella y Verdaguer was a Spanish bookseller and philanthropist, best known for initiating the construction of the Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família in Barcelona.

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location of the source's life and his major philanthropic project
The city provided the social and economic context for Bocabella's work, particularly the rapid urban expansion during the late 19th century.
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architect hired by the source to continue the basilica project
After Villar's resignation, Bocabella appointed Gaudí to lead the project, which fundamentally transformed the design into the iconic structure seen today.
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first architect commissioned by the source for the basilica
Villar was the original architect chosen by Bocabella to design the Sagrada Família, though he resigned shortly after construction began.
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Founder of the project
He was a bookseller and philanthropist who founded the Spiritual Association of Devotees of Saint Joseph, which commissioned the construction of the basilica.
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original architectural style intended for the Sagrada Família
Before Gaudí took over, the project was conceived by Francisco de Paula del Villar as a traditional Neo-Gothic church, which influenced the initial design choices.
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architect who recommended Gaudí to the source
Martorell was a key advisor to Bocabella and played a crucial role in suggesting that Gaudí take over the architectural direction of the Sagrada Família.
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