Andorra Culture Minister Confirms National Museum Project on Track Despite Espai Capital Design Omission

Culture Minister Mònica Bonell has reiterated that the National Museum project remains on track, with the ministry conducting essential preliminary studies despite the winning architectural design for Espai Capital in Andorra la Vella omitting any space for it.

Speaking on Thursday following the unveiling of the 'Plenum' proposal by Altura Arquitectes—which features a pairal house, three parking levels, and a multifunctional exhibition area—Bonell emphasised that the government considers the former bullring site the optimal location. She expressed confidence in assurances from Andorra la Vella commune officials, stating she trusts they have not ruled out integrating the museum as a complementary element to the overall Espai Capital development.

The minister detailed that work is underway on conceptual studies and musealisation, also referred to as modelisation, to make the project viable. "We are working so that this National Museum can become a reality, and for that to happen we need conceptual studies and musealisation studies. That's the stage we're at," she said.

Bonell addressed recent comments from councillor Sergi González, who noted that the commune has received no formal project submission from the government. She insisted nothing is ruled out and prioritised securing a suitable venue to showcase the museum's collections and infrastructure effectively. "If it can't be there, we'll find another place. This won't hold back the government from developing the National Museum," she affirmed.

Once the studies conclude, if Espai Capital proves unfeasible, the executive will seek an alternative site to ensure the project advances without delay.