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July 14, 2004

The Intricacies of Sacred Architecture

Sacred architecture is so difficult to design, no matter what faith. (“Temple of Light”). Looking at old cathedrals from the gothic age, I think that they are so successful because of their scale, mass, and AGE. I think the idea of permanence is important in sacred architecture, and I find it interesting when we architects […]

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Sacred architecture is so difficult to design, no matter what faith. (“Temple of Light”). Looking at old cathedrals from the gothic age, I think that they are so successful because of their scale, mass, and AGE. I think the idea of permanence is important in sacred architecture, and I find it interesting when we architects try to design a modern space with modern elements to connect supernaturally with supernatural forces.

I have a lot of respect for what [architect] Siamak Hariri has done. Great job.

Angela Pereira

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