Traditional Andalusian architecture is characterized by small, simple homes with white walls that repel the heat. These houses typically feature an interior patio and outdoor well. In 1870, British investors arrived in Huelva, Spain and established the Riotinto Company mining operations. They introduced British colonial architectural styles and made significant developments like the wealthy English Bellavista district, the Tinto Port for exporting minerals, and the Victoria Queen District of homes for company workers. One such building was Casa Colon, originally constructed as a hotel for important company visitors and now used for exhibitions.

1. Traditional and colonial architecture in Andalusia Traditional Andalusian architecture and British colonial style.

2. Traditional Andalusian style The traditional Andalusian architecture is famous for its white walls that repels the heat and its simple, homely and small houses.

3. The Andalusian house The Andalusian typical house is a small, homely house with white walls. A very usual thing is the patio in front of or behind the house and a well on it.

4. BRITISH ARCHITECTURE IN HUELVA

5. The Riotinto Company In 1870 the English arrived at the Riotinto’s quarries and formed the «Riotinto Company». Soon after, they changed the lifestyle of the village and introduced both their customs and their architecture.

6. The Bellavista district One of the first things the English did was the Bellavista district, where the richest English used to live.

7. The Tinto Port Another very important thing that they made was the «Tinto Port». They needed to transport the mineral to the sea for exporting it and that’s why they made the port.

8. The Victoria Queen District This district is one of the most important in Huelva. It’s in the city centre and was built by the Riotinto Company for the company workers.

9. Casa Colón It was built in 1883. At the beginning it was a hotel where important people of the Company stayed during their visit to Huelva . Nowadays, it works as exhibitions and conference room.