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Tag Archives: Spain
Behind Glass — A Barcelona Death Ritual
Glass allows family and friends close proximity to their loved one who has died
Caitlin Doughty describes in detail numerous funerary practices from around the world in her book “From Here To Eternity.” One of the stops she makes is to the Altima funeral home in Barcelona, Spain. Here she learns about the Catalan … Continue reading
The Tradition of the Spanish Funeral
Fast interment, above ground niches, remaining close to the body
Different countries have different funeral traditions. The Spanish funeral focuses, among other things, on a rapid burial or interment. Many deaths in Spain occur in the home. The sick person’s loved ones usually start to prepare for the death a … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
Tagged Burial customs in Spain, Funeral, Funeral Director, Funeral home, Internment, Rosario, Spain, Spanish funerals, Tanatorio
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Re-thinking the Funeral Home Design
Architects and Designers Looking to Transform the Way We Process Death
Spaces that process death — funeral homes, family tombs, crematoria — are traditionally housed within structures that either perpetuate their morbid reputation or attempt to mask their purpose altogether. They are low-lying, dark, heavy buildings with outdated design and architecture. … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Alicante, Architecture, Death, Design, Funeral home, Spain
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