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Contemporary Concrete Churches

The Sta Columbina Chapel Offers Modern Simplicity

— January 27, 2010 — Social Good
In Bragança, Portugal, there stands the Sta Columbina Chapel, an amazing, contemporary-looking church designed by Luis Ferreira Rodrigues of Porto.

The Sta Columbina Chapel is one long rectangle of concrete that incorporates a sleek and simple aesthetic coupled with natural accents like interior wooden benches and railings. Click through the gallery to see photos of the Sta Columbina Chapel, courtesy of photographer Nelson Garrido.

Implications - A growing number of people are looking for a deeper connection to the world around them. Whether that be spiritually or through a return to nature, these consumers are eager for a meaningful connection. Companies should create opportunities for their customers to transcend their own individuality.
Trend Themes
1. Contemporary Concrete Churches - Designing modernistic churches using concrete materials to create sleek and minimalist aesthetics, incorporating natural accents for a transformative experience.
2. Deepening Connection to Nature - Catering to the growing demand for a meaningful connection to nature by integrating natural elements into architectural designs, providing spaces for spiritual contemplation and reflection.
3. Return to Simplicity and Minimalism - Responding to the desire for simplicity and minimalism by creating clean and uncluttered architectural designs with a focus on functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Architectural Design - Incorporating concrete materials and natural accents into architectural designs to create contemporary churches that provide a transformative experience for visitors.
2. Spiritual Services - Creating spaces that cater to the growing demand for a meaningful connection to nature, offering spiritual contemplation and reflection for individuals seeking a deeper connection to the world around them.
3. Furniture and Interior Design - Providing interior wooden benches and railings that complement the sleek and simple aesthetics of contemporary concrete churches, offering comfort and an inviting atmosphere for visitors.
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