Shut the front door: Where art and advertising mix

One cool feature that Madrid and Barcelona had in common was that when shops and restaurants were closed, many still showed off their personalities — on their doors. 

Three doors in Madrid.

And that included many of the the storefront rolling doors.

This place leaves no questions about what its purpose is. 

Ooh, I have an idea ... what this shop deals with.

Guess what kind of dishes this restaurant in Madrid specializes in?

If you're into reading and writing, this pen and stationary store is on the same corner as this bookstore in Barcelona.

Popcorn with butter?

Heaven holds a place for those who eat here (in Barcelona).

Other times, the art is a little more abstract ... or at least less on-the-nose. 

In Barcelona.

In Madrid.

In Madrid.

Love those Bibliotecas.

And coffee shops, naturally, showed a lot of energy even after hours. 

In Barcelona.