FROM THE WATER TOWER UP TO THE WATCHTOWER

Contributed by Marina Correa rohspace was responsible for the photos; thanks to nameless architecture In sharp contrast to the often elaborate appearance of religious building, the white concrete church has a straightforward and unadorned appearance… The crucifix-shaped architectural form of the rw concrete church in byeollae, which is a recently created region in northeast seoul, korea, is an austere construction made entirely of concrete. This sturdy, unifying material that was utilized for the construction as well as the fundamental finishing functions as a metaphor for religious beliefs that stay unchanged throughout the course of time. Additionally, the fact that the brand-new neighborhood decided to inaugurate its first building with a religious monument rather than a commercial enterprise is a welcome change of pace. The church’s design is mostly made of concrete, and it places a strong focus on the empty spaces that are meant to symbolize the elegance of simplicity. These spaces are reminiscent of the work of the Zen-influenced Japanese architect Tadao Ando. “the cross as a religious symbol substitutes for an enormous bell tower and is integrated with the profile of the building,” say the architects at nameless architecture, a young architectural practice based in both Korea and the United States. “the curtailed cross implies the internal tension of the space,” say the architects. nameless architecture is based in both Korea and the United States. The bottom level is maintained open and gloomy in order to serve as a versatile place for community interaction or for religious services. The top floor is able to be bathed in sunshine thanks to the many glass panes that are included into the design of the building. Light becomes the metaphor of physical as well as spiritual transition as one moves from the deeper dark depths through the enclosed three flights of stairs and onto a cantilevered structure and finally towards the chapel. This transition ties everyday life with religion. The chapel is a wide, spacious space that is lighted by clerestory windows and rises on a slope away from the pulpit. This creates the impression that the congregation is worshiping on a hill. The simple shapes and colors, the use of concrete as a material, and the uncluttered layout all work together to evoke a sense of physical and spiritual calm. Please visit globalhop.indiaartndesign.com in order to see the photographs.

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