Located on the southside of the Bori Mountain in Gapyong, 30km from Seoul, South Korea, the Light of Life Chapel is a marvel of design that tempers on the futuristic side. In a village built for retired missionaries, the Light of Life Chapel is the finished product from a large amount of Siberian red cedar wood gifted to the Pastor at the community Protestant and Presbyterian church almost a decade ago.
The space of worship, by Shinslab Architecture, is captivating as it walks the line between traditional Christian symbolism and elements that attempt to cultivate reflection of a philosophical and artistic kind as well.
The Light of Life Chapel makes phenomenal use of the red cedar wood, and definitely curates an otherworldly and holy atmosphere.
Captivating Contemporary Churches
The Light of Life Chapel is an Epic Tribute to Modern Design
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