Sometimes it’s hard for clients to explain the style of location they want. Home Advisor made this fun guide to describe some of the most popular architectural styles using the iconic house from The Simpsons.

Contemporary homes emphasize sustainability, spaciousness and regional character. Common traits are the use of rustic materials, large windows, skylights and occasionally living roofs with plants. The contemporary style brought a much needed warmth that was lacking in the modern designs of the mid-20th century. Many contemporary homes incorporate an eco-friendly approach that often uses recycled materials and designs that connect the indoors and outdoors.  

At Spot Locations we have a large selection of contemporary locations in our archive, contact us if this is what you’re looking for!

Mediterranean architecture is a combination of Italian, Portuguese and Spanish construction styles. Some common traits of Mediterranean design are stucco walls, red-tiled roofing and large windows in the shapes of arches or circles. Suited for warm climates, the windows of Mediterranean houses usually feature verandas and balconies. The signature clay roof tiles of Mediterranean houses can last for over a century in the dry climates they were intended for. 

We’re in the sunny Mediterranean so we have a large selection of these kinds of locations! Let us know your production needs and we will send the ideal property.

Originating in France, the Art deco style marked the beginning of modernity in architecture. Flat roofs, smooth stucco walls and bold exterior decorations like zigzags, swans, lilies and sunrise motifs are characteristic of the style. The Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, 30 Rockefeller Plaza and other New York skyscrapers from the 1920s and 1930s are monuments of art deco architecture. The style can also be found in Miami’s South Beach district which holds the largest collection of Art Deco buildings in the world.

Art Deco is a personal favorite in our location agency. We would love to show you some of our stunning Art Deco properties.

Traditionally log homes were rectangular, had only one room and at least one glass window. These houses were originally built to be resistant, inexpensive and easily mobile. Frontier-style log cabins are usually found where timber is readily available because they can be built in a few days using a few simple tools. Modern iterations of this style contain several rooms, grand porches and more windows to let natural light in.

Throughout the years we’ve been able to curate a great selection of cabin locations. Send us your brief and we will put something together for you.

Cape Cod houses have steep and durable roofs that are made to withstand heavy snowfall. They are associated with the region in New England of the same name and are considered one of the most favored housing styles in the country. Cape Cod houses are characterized by having a single story and a rectangular footprint making it easy to expand them to house growing families. They rarely have porches or decorations because they were originally designed for efficient heating and simple construction

This is the classic “American-style” location in advertising. We have a great variety of these kinds of properties and would love to show them to you.

400 years after its inception, the Colonial style is the most popular building style in the United States. North American colonial architecture revisits the construction tendencies of the settlers that colonized the area. It is characterized by square floor plans, symmetry, straight rows of windows on the first and second floors and can be found in rural and urban environments.

Although this style is rare in Catalonia, we’ve been able to put together a good selection of these type of properties. Let us know if this is the kind of location you’re looking for!

Spot Locations can offer you locations in these styles for your film and photo production. Don’t hesitate to contact us for your location needs!

Styles of locations using the iconic house from “The Simpsons” 

Catalonia has an extremely varied geography and its landscape is peppered with charming towns and spectacular locales. In the last few years this has made the region extremely attractive for filming some of the most important shows of the decade. In this blog we cover some of the locations that have caught the eye of these top level productions.

One of the most popular TV series of all time, “Game of Thrones,” was filmed extensively in Spain. Although the earlier seasons were mainly filmed in Northern Ireland and Croatia, the Iberian nation became the featured location after Season 5. Many of the award-winning show’s filming locations can be found in Catalonia specifically.

The Castle of Santa Florentina is an 11th-century medieval castle found in Canet de Mar, which is 50 kilometers from Barcelona. The cultural heritage monument starred in the sixth season of “Game of Thrones” as the home of House Tarly. The castle can be visited by appointment only. 

The stunning Girona Cathedral is prominently featured in the 5th and 6th season of “Game of Thrones.” This 11th-century Roman Catholic church houses the widest Gothic nave in the world. In the hit series, the gothic cathedral was used as the Great Sept of Baelor, the religious center in King’s Landing. Cersei Lannister’s walk of shame, one of the most iconic scenes of the series, was filmed on the steps of the cathedral. Another one of the show’s most memorable scenes is the destruction of the Sept in Season 6, where Cersei incinerates the building with wildfire. 

Girona is known for its well-preserved medieval quarter making it a popular destination for film productions and tourism. The ancient city center can be seen in Season 6 of “Game of Thrones” where it doubles as the Free City of Essos. In a climactic scene Arya Stark is chased by the Waif through the cobblestone streets and onto the steps of Girona’s Sant Marti convent. This scene was filmed in the incredibly well-preserved 12-century Arab baths of Girona. 

The critically acclaimed science fiction-thriller series “Westworld” featured several locations throughout Spain. Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences doubled as the real world that has a futuristic aesthetic whereas Catalonia was used in Season 3 to depict the theme park set in World War II.  

The Medieval town of Besalú was used in the third season of the HBO hit series to portray a fantasy world set in World War II. In the show, the city hall square doubles as an Italian town that has been occupied by Nazis. 

Sant Just Desvern is a small town close to Barcelona where the famed post-modernist architect Ricardo Bofill turned an abandoned 19th century cement factory into his studio and personal residency. The strikingly unique location was featured in “Westworld” as the mansion of antagonist Engerraund Serac, played by Vincent Cassel. 

“Killing Eve” is a spy thriller produced by BBC about Eve Polstri; a British intelligence officer that is hunting down an assassin known by the codename Villanelle. The protagonist of the award-winning show settles in Barcelona in the third season. 

In the show, Villanelle carries out her first assignment in the streets of Girona. This was all actually filmed in Carrer Mònec in El Born. In episode 2 the protagonist can be seen in El Born at San Agustí Vell Square having a drink on the terrace of Joanet Bar. Villanelle also appears in the charming neighborhood in episode 4 where she is walking down the Paseo del Born looking at clothing stores. 

This grouping of stunning modernist buildings in plaza de Lesseps doubles as Villanelle’s apartment in Barcelona. The location was also used in Pedro Almodovar’s oscar-winning film “All About my Mother” where Penelope Cruz’s wealthy parents live. 

In episode 2 of season 3 the assassin Vilanelle is shown walking down Carrer Sant Pere Més Baix in el Barrio Gotico. Following this scene the protagonist is walking on Paseo Lluís Companys through the Arc de Triomf. 

Hanna is an American action television series written by David Farr about a remarkable young girl fleeing from the unrelenting pursuit of the CIA. The show is set in a variety of locations all over Europe including countries like: Hungary, Spain, Slovakia, UK and Germany. Barcelona and its many picturesque locations were prominently featured in the Prime Video series. 

The Ciutat Vella (Old City) is a renowned district in Barcelona that houses the oldest neighborhoods in the city. It is one of the many landmarks featured in “Hanna.” It is considered the city center and is made up of el Raval, Barri Gotic, el Born and la Barceloneta. Some of the most recognizable locations in Barcelona can be found here like: La Rambla, Plaça Catalunya, The Cathedral of Barcelona, Plaça Reial, la Boqueria and Plaça del Pi. 

Located in the famed Barrio Gotico, Plaça Reial (Royal Plaza) is a beautiful porticoed square built in the late 19th century. The charming plaza has a central fountain and two lamp posts designed by Antoni Gaudi. The protagonist can be seen during Season 2 walking through the majestic square. 

Hotel Ohla is a luxury hotel that is located on Via Laietana. The rooftop swimming pool can be seen in Season 2 episode 6 where Sandy and Kat are sunbathing poolside. 

Spectacular Locations in Catalonia Appearing in Hit TV Shows

Barcelona is a city that is characterized by its various monuments, unusual architecture and rich history. The city’s unique charm has attracted internationally renowned filmmakers from all over the world as a prime location for their productions. 

These are a few examples of popular locations in the Catalan capital that have been recently featured in important films.

The Ciutat Vella (Old Town) is a famed district in Barcelona containing the oldest neighborhoods of the city. It is considered the urban center and is made up of el Raval, Barri Gotic, el Born and la Barceloneta. People hail from all over the world to walk through the charming alleys of this district. Some of the most recognizable locations in Barcelona can be found here like: La Rambla, Plaça Catalunya, The Cathedral of Barcelona, Plaça Reial, la Boqueria and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar. 

La Rambla and Plaça Catalunya can be seen in Alejandro González Iñárritu’s drama “Biutiful” (2010). One of the climactic scenes in the movie involves the police chasing a group of street vendors through the plaza and into la Rambla. The film, starring Javier Bardem, is almost entirely filmed in Barcelona and it prominently features el Raval and la Barceloneta.

The Ciutat Vella neighborhoods, Born and Barri Gotic, can also  be seen in the upcoming action adventure film “Uncharted” (Ruben Fleischer). The movie starring Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg and Antonio Banderas has filmed in some of the most emblematic locations of these historic neighborhoods like the Plaça del Pi and the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar. The star studded cast has also been seen filming in the Catalan town Lloret de Mar.

The Poble Espanyol is an architectural museum that was built for the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition. It has 117 full-scale buildings representing the various styles of architecture that can be found throughout Spain. 

The Poble Espanyol was featured in the 2006 movie “Perfume: Story of a Murderer” (Tom Tykwer). One of its most iconic scenes was filmed in the Plaza Mayor where the protagonist’s attempted execution goes awry. Additionally, many of the scenes of the movie were filmed in the alleys of the old town of Barcelona.

The Laberint d’Horta is Barcelona’s famous historical garden. Initially built in 1791 the garden boasts a selection of sculptures, water fountains, ponds, waterfalls, and a beautiful hedge maze.

The historical garden was initially built as a neo-classical garden in the 18th century. In the mid 19th century, the park was expanded with the addition of a romantic garden consisting of gazebos, flower beds, larger trees and a waterfall. The Laberint d’Horta is vastly featured in the film adaptation of the German novel “Perfume: The Story of a Murderer”.

Parc Güell is one of the most emblematic locations in Barcelona. The park designed by famed architect Antoni Gaudi, is exemplary of the Catalan Modernist style that is unique to this region of Spain. Inspired by organic shapes and nature, Gaudi built tree-like columns with irregular forms and included mosaic animals throughout the park. 	

The astonishing park was featured in the hit Woody Allen movie “Vicky Cristina Barcelona.” The scene where Javier Bardem runs into Rebecca Hall is filmed in front of the iconic salamander that can be found in the entrance of Parc Güell. Other emblematic Gaudi buildings can be seen  in the movie like “Casa Mila” and “Sagrada Familia.”

Tibidabo Mountain is one of the most recognizable points in Barcelona. It is the highest point of the Serra de Collserola and on the summit of the hill is the Sacred Heart church. Adjacent to the church is the mythical Tibidabo Amusement Theme Park; one of the oldest functioning theme parks in the world. The gorgeous park which was built in 1899 and opened in 1905, has a stunning panoramic view of the entire city. The beautiful silhouette of the church can be seen from most parts of the city. 

The psychological thriller with Christian Bale “The Machinist” (Brad Anderson, 2004) features a scene in  the Tibidabo Amusement Park. The protagonist Trevor Reznik goes on a date to the park with a woman named Maria and her son. In this scene you can appreciate the stunning panoramic view of the city from the Tibidabo Mountain.

The Ciutadella Park lies in the northeastern edge of the old town of Barcelona. The enchanting park was built in the mid 19th century and it houses a zoo, a small lake, museums and a ravishing fountain. 

The Park’s fountain is featured in “Vicky, Cristina, Barcelona” in a scene where Penelope Cruz and Scarlett Johansson are shown taking photos in the park. The famed fountain can also be seen in the Italian film “Three Steps Over Heaven.”

This beautiful cemetery is set on the side of Montjuïc hill overlooking the ocean. Its monuments are inspired by a variety of styles including classic, gothic, art nouveau, and modernism. The cemetery is home to the only collection of funeral carriages found in Europe.

One of the most iconic scenes of Pedro Almodovar’s award winning movie “All About My Mother” is filmed in the Montjuïc cemetery. In this scene the characters of the movie are attending a burial in Montjuïc. In the background you can appreciate the distinct view of the Mediterranean Sea from the cemetery.

7 Mesmerizing Locations in Barcelona Featured in Iconic Movies

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Styles of locations using the iconic house from “The Simpsons”

Spectacular Locations in Catalonia Appearing in Hit TV Shows

7 Mesmerizing Locations in Barcelona Featured in Iconic Movies