A temple is a sanctuary for many and the churches in this collection are sure to make your head turn. Whatever religion you may be, you will definitely enjoy this series of unconventional churches, from shocking signs to modern designs.
Implications - Pop culture and technology have made this generation an indulgent one, with the value of religion lessening for many consumers. This has resulted in an array of unconventional approaches to the concept of faith, with consumers seeking alternative religions that lighten up on the rules and restrictions. In turn, religious organizations are altering their approach by attempting humor, modern messages and a more lax attitude towards those who do not believe.
16 Unconventional Churches
15
Inflatable Church
Make Your Wedding Cheesy
14
Renovating Religion
Converted Churches as Homes
13
Quirky Church Signs
“Staying in Bed Shouting: Oh God! Does not Constitute Going to Church
12
Converted Church Homes
Religious Renovations
11
Controversial Church Signs
I Kissed a Girl, and I Liked it, Then I Went to Hell
10
Renovating Religion Part II
Converted Churches as Hotels
9
Minimalist Churches
Church of the Holy Cross Denmark
8
Awe-Inspiring Church Architecture
Incredible Places of Worship
7
Creative Open Church Promotion
Black, Female & Hip Jesus
6
Culinary Church Conversions
The White Rabbit Restaurant
5
Renovating Religion Part III
Before and After Church to Home
4
Holy Homes
Converted Church Gives New Meaning to Living in the House of God
3
Choo Choo Churches
Communities Put Abandoned Train Cars to Good Use
2
Twittering Churches
What Would Jesus Tweet?
1
First Catholic Church Opens in Qatar
Sign of the Times
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Futuristic Museum Exhibitions
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Protein-Inspired Architecture
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Village-Like Museum Complexes
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Artful Sculptural Bistros
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Gothic Smartphone Cases
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Culturally Immersive Dining Experiences
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Superstitious Fan-Inspired Campaigns
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Wooden Swedish Church Relocation
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Community-Centered Rooftop Events
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Enigmatic Graffiti Incidents
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Futuristic Cultural Spaces
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Temple-Inspired Residences
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Contemporary Office Design
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Reinvented Office Spaces
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Globally Inspired Sauna Destinations
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Countercultural Wellness Platforms
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Exclusivity-Promoting Sophisticated Interior Designs
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Spiral Multipurpose Village Hubs
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Gap-Focused Living Rooms
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