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moment design: voyagesta


'voyagesta chapel' by moment design
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tokyo based studio moment design has completed a wedding chapel inside 
of a hotel in sendai, japan. 'voyagesta chapel' aims to create an intimate
environment  through careful choice of materials and light. 

upon approach, guests are welcomed with a repetitive diamond motif on the
walls and floor that is then carried into the bridal hall itself. the symmetrical
space is anchored towards the front with a backlit alter piece made from an
assembly of smaller diamonds in white glass. primarily finished in two colors
- light wood for the pews and white for the aisle and walls - the space consciously
separates the attendees from the couple to highlight the bride and groom.



exterior entrance









looking towards the alter piece



the cross in front of the backlit alter piece



overall view






detail of the pews


jayme db
02.06.11  
7
A bit terrifying... I can imagine robots getting marry
RaQuel   02.06.11
the groom wore a checkered shirt and the bride wore an argyle gown
YWG   02.06.11
It would be helpful to know a little bit more about why Moment Design decided to use such a strong pattern.
John   02.06.11
Most japanese are not Catholics, but due to their multitude of fascinating influences, they love to have their weddings in Catholic churches. It is the bride's most stylish day and I guess checkered is très chic.
Kenyi   02.07.11
It's perfect! A stage set for a one's moment in the limelight. I think it would make a nice set for a funeral too. An uplifting place for a positive send-off to the unknown...
JAH   02.07.11
love the beches..
Aye   02.07.11
Toto come back here.

TOTO! COME BACK!
dbkii   02.07.11
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