# Slightly Slanted Churches JAJA Architects' Design is the First Church in Copenhagen in 27 Years By Joey Haar | Published 2016-11-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaja-architects References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/799022/winners-announced-in-competition-to-design-copenhagens-first-new-church-in-30-years) & [ja-ja.dk](http://ja-ja.dk/) JAJA Architects, a Danish firm, recently won a competition to design and build a [new parish church](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-marys-coptic-church) in the Syndhavnen district of Copenhagen, marking the first new church to be built in the Danish capital in 27 years. The winning design features a [white facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmonikahusene) with stacked volumes that decrease concentrically in size and that have slight, almost imperceptible slants along their horizontal lines. The slant of JAJA Architects' design has a function beyond its interesting aesthetic. The gradually canted floors allow the entire church to be devoid of steps. This means that, on a pragmatic level, the building will be completely wheelchair-friendly. Further, from the perspective of artistic meaning, the [continuous ramp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czech-pavilion) symbolizes ascension. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Accessible Architecture:** The use of gradually canted floors in building design creates wheelchair-friendly spaces and improves accessibility. - **Inclusive Design:** Architecture that eliminates steps and incorporates ramps promotes inclusivity and accommodates individuals with mobility challenges. - **Symbolic Structures:** Designs incorporating meaningful elements, such as continuous ramps symbolizing ascension, add depth and storytelling to architectural spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects, designers, and construction companies can embrace accessible and inclusive design principles to create spaces that cater to a diverse range of needs. - **Construction:** Construction firms can specialize in incorporating universal design features, like gradually canted floors, to meet accessibility requirements and enhance the functionality of buildings. - **Religious Institutions:** Religious organizations can explore innovative architectural designs that not only serve as places of worship but also incorporate meaningful symbolism to enrich the spiritual experience of their congregations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reflection-Encouraging Cohesive Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hjvangen-church.md) - [Sacred Timber Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-church-tolvkanten.md) - [Albanian Sleek Concrete Chuches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narac-church.md) - [Denmark Suburban Modern Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treroner-church.md) - [Church-Centered Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekko-chair.md) - [Metaphorical Physical Community Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-church.md) - [Beautiful Forest-Enclosed Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-church-of-julong.md) - [Angular Church Matte Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-church.md) - [Refurbished Welcoming Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-leonards-church.md)