elsa urquijo architects forms padre rubinos church in northern spain

elsa urquijo architects forms padre rubinos church in northern spain
all images courtesy of elsa urquijo architects

in the northern spanish city of a coruña, elsa urquijo architects has designed an elegantly restrained church, which forms part of the newly built headquarters of social charity padre rubinos. soaring above the site, the house of worship is readily identified by its bell tower while the building’s pure materiality lends it a further sense of distinction.

throughout the project a minimal use of ornamentation ensures a set of calm and serene spaces

the entrance brings parishioners directly inside the nave of the church where intimate rows of seating are positioned in front of a simple altar devoid of decoration or motif. the design’s human scale is further emphasized through a horizontal play of lines, starkly contrasted with almost divine vertical lighting. throughout the project a minimal use of ornamentation ensures calm and serene spaces designed for contemplative meditation and collective spirituality.

soaring above the site, the house of worship is readily identified by its pure white bell tower

the entrance welcomes parishioners directly inside the structure

intimate rows of seating are positioned in front of a simple altar devoid of decoration

timber pews line the nave of the church

each detail has been considered and elegantly crafted

a simple cross is the only motif or symbol used in the design

a large window provides external views of the central courtyard