The Urban Planning Administration of the City Council of Seville University chapel renovationthe official headquarters of the Student Brotherhood, located around an old tobacco factory. It will be a comprehensive rehabilitation. … Construction of the chapel is being promoted by the property’s owner, the University of Seville, and is expected to last 12 to 18 months.
The State Heritage Commission gave the go-ahead for restoration work on the chapel last September, but so far only city planning approval remains. Its purpose is to protect buildings through a series of measures. Necessary measures to stop obvious deterioration: Restoration of the structure, drainage of rainwater, waterproofing of the upper external walls, repair of defects caused by water ingress into the temple, and restoration of all deteriorated architectural properties.
The reform must follow standards for the preservation of historical and artistic heritage, where “fidelity to origin is paramount.” the same materials are used The materials used in the construction of the monument (stone, ceramic, lime mortar) ensure their compatibility and durability, as well as strive not to distort the quality of the building and its harmony.
of the work These include restoration of the lanterns, balustrades, cornices and facades, renovation of the roofs of the main nave and transepts, foundation works inside the Gospel nave and chapel, and complete replacement of equipment. The construction budget is 1,045,814.72 euro.
Construction will begin in the summer
A date has not yet been set, but engineers consulted by the Student Brotherhood say execution times vary. Between 12 and 18 months. The project corresponds to the University of Seville and is conceived as an annex to the Church of the Annunciation. According to the Brotherhood, its execution corresponds to that of a university institution, and according to the Brotherhood, work will begin pending the arrival of a new president and the end of the academic year in June. Money issues also affect starting work.
The Brotherhood will have to move with its owners to a temporary headquarters during the next year or year and a half while construction continues.
The Holy Tuesday Corporation has not yet decided where the statue with that title will be worshiped while the works are carried out. Comprehensive task to force his brothers to abandon headquarters. Weddings planned at the chapel will remain open until June, but those wishing to do so after that have already been warned the venue may close. Depending on when construction begins, the penance station will be implemented one to two years after another temple, but not until 2026.
planned intervention
in flashlightBrick erected tiles and decorative spiers are restored as well as replacing those lost by artisan potters. The carved brickwork will also be repaired, the inappropriate continuous covering will be removed and the dome will be waterproofed. Finally, the stained glass windows, locksmiths and carpentry will be restored and new systems will be installed to prevent water ingress and increase ventilation.
Peeling roof finish, damp and dark spots on the main facade, deteriorated and cracked lanterns
on the other hand, roof leak Parts of the central nave and transepts show signs of moisture and mortar deterioration, and the entire roof of the building is waterproofed, draining water to the outside through ceramic gargoyles across the parapet. Additionally, we repair the parapet by removing all cement mortar and paint coatings, repairing cracks that appear after chipping, and cleaning areas affected by fungi and moss.
Another aspect of the reform is the removal of grafts made with inadequate mortar on the cornice and the restoration, strengthening, waterproofing and protection of its stones. of facade restoration This work includes complete removal of plaster and paint made of non-porous materials, suturing and sealing of cracks, as well as reconstruction of moldings and cleaning of the stone of the facade, bell tower and plinth.
already inside the chapelthe topography of the Gospel nave is strengthened and improved, and the covering is chipped. the wall will be torn down Reinforcement by the metal structure of the arch prevents the contemplation of the open space in which the holders receive worship, the cracked vault is strengthened by a compression layer, and existing cracks are closed.
Finally, all of the chapel’s disused and aging facilities will be removed and comprehensively renovated in two ways: Improving energy efficiency Introduction of LED lighting and high-efficiency air conditioners. and implementation of new features Air conditioning and ventilation system Comes with humidity control. Smoke detectors and emergency lighting will also be installed.
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