Kristaps and his girlfriend were very nice, friendly and open people who made us feel at home and really helped with our requests (like a blanket to take to the beach) and questions about things to do or buses to take. They were even ok with us occupying their kitchen in the evenings -) The building is a bit run-down and not in the best of shapes, but the apartment is clean, sunny and cosy. It can be noisy in the street with the window open, but that's Barcelona for you. Placa Espanya is a good place, really well-connected transport-wise (esp. convenient for going to the airport and Montserrat). Thank you, guys, for sharing your apartment (and food and water and interesting conversation=) with us!