Moneo Brock, an architecture studio that's based in Madrid, Spain, designed an immaculate state-of-the-art church in the mountainous city of Monterrey, Mexico.
Shaped like a series of oversized crystals, the all-white structure seems to emerge from the ground itself at first sight -- which comes from its seamless unconventional configuration. At the top of the church, Moneo Brock placed windows to let just the right amount of light in -- even allowing it to form the shape of a holy cross in one room.
The architectures described the church by saying "The design presents recognizable architectural features taken from early Christian temple prototypes such as the bell tower, the stained-glass windows, the frontal altar, the baptistery and the choir."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sculptural Architecture
- Opportunity for architects to design unique and unconventional structures that stand out.
- Modern Churches
- Opportunity for contemporary designers to create updated versions of traditional religious spaces.
- Innovative Worship Spaces
- Opportunity for designers to experiment with how lighting and building materials can enhance the worship experience.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architects have an opportunity to push the boundaries of what is expected in building design.
- Religious Institutions
- Religious institutions can embrace modern design and architecture to engage younger generations.
- Construction
- Construction companies can build unique and complex structures that require specialized skills.
