On Art and the Sublime



Friday, October 5, 2012

Temppeliaukio Church, Helsinki




Designed by architects and brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen unveiled in 1969.

The Rock Church aptly named after well being literally dugged out from a rock. What amazing design! Panelled sunlight rotates around the hall throughout the day. This church was built in the 60s as evidenced by the 60s aesthetics oozing from every corner. The new concept in design and worship (a small and humble cross and altar) subsequently inspired many churches around the world to model after it. A must for achiteture aficiandos.

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