To connect the book "Antoni Gaudí: complete works: volume 1: 1852-1900" to other books in a library, consider these themes and topics:
* **Architectural Styles and Movements:**
* **Modernisme:** Gaudí was a key figure in Catalan Modernisme 【1】【2】.
* **Neo-Gothic:** His style was influenced by Neo-Gothic art 【3】【2】.
* **Art Nouveau:** Gaudí incorporated elements of Art Nouveau in his designs 【3】【4】.
* **Orientalism:** He was also influenced by Oriental techniques 【3】【4】.
* **Key Influences and Inspirations:**
* **Nature:** Gaudí's work was deeply inspired by nature, incorporating organic forms and biomimicry 【5】【1】.
* **Religion:** Religion was a driving passion for Gaudí, reflected in his works 【3】【6】.
* **Design Elements and Characteristics:**
* **Organic Unity:** His distinctive style features organic unity 【7】.
* **Innovative Structures:** Gaudí is known for his innovative structural designs 【1】.
* **Symbolism:** His architecture often incorporates rich symbolism 【1】.
* **Broader Context:**
* **Catalan Identity:** Gaudí's works are synonymous with Barcelona’s identity 【8】.
* **Biomimetic Architecture:** Gaudí can be considered a precursor to biomimetic architecture, which imitates natural designs and processes 【9】.
* **Other architectural interests:** During his time at university, Gaudí became interested in Egyptian, Indian, Persian and Mudejar architecture 【10】.