Article by Casa Batlló | Case Study | April 1, 2025
Since 2021, Casa Batlló has implemented a pioneering model of workplace inclusion with 100 neurodivergent individuals dedicated to visitor services.
“On April 2, World Autism Awareness Day, Casa Batlló will light its façade blue and launch the campaign “Neurodiversity with New Eyes” to share the achievements and lessons learned from this initiative. Together with Specialisterne, a social organization specializing in the workplace inclusion of autistic people, the campaign aims to break societal stereotypes and inspire other companies.
Casa Batlló marks the fourth anniversary of this groundbreaking inclusion project, which has incorporated over 100 neurodivergent individuals into its visitor services team. Since 2021, Casa Batlló has worked with Specialisterne to integrate people with conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD into key public-facing roles. Today, 85% of the front-of-house staff is neurodivergent. This has resulted in a unique project within a World Heritage site that has also significantly increased visitor satisfaction over time.”
Gary Gautier, CEO of Casa Batlló, highlights: “We’ve learned so much throughout this process, and now we want to share our insights. We’ve discovered talents we never imagined. Embracing diversity benefits society as a whole.” Gautier adds that the project originated from a personal connection to autism among members of the team and ownership, with a long-term commitment to a cause aimed at creating a broader social impact.
Jose Segundo, CEO of Specialisterne Spain, comments: “The Casa Batlló project allows us to demonstrate the value neurodivergent individuals bring to the workplace. It’s a success story that can inspire other organizations to join our movement for workplace inclusion.”
Read the full story on the Casa Batlló website here: “Casa Batlló celebrates four years of breaking stereotypes in the workplace inclusion of neurodivergent people”
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