House of God
The House of God: A Modern Gothic Sanctuary
Nestled at the crossroads of heritage and modernity, The House of God: A Modern Gothic Sanctuary is an architectural testament to the fusion of time-honored Gothic grace and contemporary design. Drawing inspiration from the serene austerity of Tadao Ando's Church of Light and the grandeur of Notre-Dame de Reims, the sanctuary stands as a harmonious blend of historical and modern epochs. As twilight descends, the building's minimalist concrete forms, crowned with Gothic spires and arches, glow with a celestial light. Within, a cascade of volumetric light envelops the reflective, expansive interior, creating an ethereal atmosphere that invites contemplation and reverence, reimagining the timeless beauty of spiritual spaces for the modern seeker.
Architectural Narrative and Design Philosophy
The House of God emerges as a sanctuary where Gothic grandeur and modernist minimalism converge, a concept born from Obscy's architectural sketches during his studies in San Francisco, inspired by the diverse styles of church architecture. This edifice, a harmonious interlace of epochs, radiates with celestial light, featuring spires and arches rising from minimalist forms. Inside, the interplay of volumetric light against expansive, reflective spaces crafts an ethereal ambiance for reverence. From the initial sketch to a sophisticated 3D AI-rendered reality, The House of God stands as a testament to the evolving journey of architectural design.
Project released in 2024