Project · Load-bearing wall support · Barcelona

A 5-metre opening in a solid brick load-bearing wall

A 5-metre opening in a solid brick load-bearing wall, supported by two IPN steel beams after studying the building’s overall structure. Work that demands calculation, caution and technical supervision.

Apeo de 5 metros en un muro de carga de ladrillo macizo con dos vigas IPN

The wall support during the works.

5 m

Opening length
In a solid brick wall.

2 IPN

Beams
Carry the loads.

€5,000

Construction budget
Structural intervention.

50 m²

Home
Area affected.

The brief

Opening up without compromising the structure

Making an opening in a load-bearing wall is possible as long as the loads it carries can be transferred to other elements. It must be done with care and under the supervision of a professional with structural expertise.

Project data

  • Location: Barcelona

  • Client: private

  • Year: 2012

  • Area: 50 m²

  • Construction budget: €5,000

  • Architects: Kaitek

The solution

Two IPN beams for a 5-metre opening

Prior study, calculation and controlled execution.

Apeo de 5 metros en un muro de carga de ladrillo macizo con dos vigas IPN

Before starting, the building’s overall structure was studied to confirm the work was technically and economically viable. The 5-metre support was built with two IPN beams, ensuring proper load transfer and stability during and after the works.

Frequently asked questions

Load-bearing wall supports

It can be opened fully or partly if its loads are transferred to other elements through a calculated support. Always with a design and technical supervision.

Yes. Because it affects the building’s structure, it requires a technical design, a municipal licence and usually the residents’ association’s approval.

It depends on the span, the type of wall and site conditions. In this case, a 5-metre support cost €5,000.

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