Building site, Spain
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Building site, Spain
Building site with cranes being used to construct new apartment blocks. This building site is in Mostoles, a town near Madrid, Spain. Construction work in Spain slowed and stopped following the economic crisis that started in 2007. Photographed in August 2009
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2009 Apartment Block Architectural Architecture August Blue Sky Building Buildings Built Environment Constructing Crane Cranes Economic Crisis Economics Engineering Financial Global Human Geography Madrid Mostoles Recession Spain Spanish Urban Environment Halted Stopped
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a building site in Mostoles, a town near Madrid, Spain. Against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, cranes dominate the skyline as they diligently construct new apartment blocks. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of the economic crisis that gripped Europe in 2007. In August 2009, when this photograph was taken, construction work in Spain had significantly slowed and even come to a halt due to the financial turmoil. However, amidst this period of recession and halted progress, there is an undeniable sense of resilience and determination portrayed by these architectural marvels. The technological prowess displayed by these towering cranes symbolizes both the advancements in engineering and industrial capabilities present in modern-day Spain. It also reflects how global economic fluctuations can profoundly affect local industries such as construction. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that architecture plays an integral role not only in shaping our urban environment but also reflecting societal shifts. This image encapsulates both the challenges faced during that era and hints at future possibilities for growth and development. Photographed by Science Photo Library with their characteristic attention to detail and composition, this print invites us to contemplate not just physical structures but also human geography and economics within the context of early 21st-century Spain.
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