Tadao Ando’s philosophy of designing has helped generate such the intangibles to tangibles. Ando believes that the aim of all religions is the same, but there exists different ways to achieve it. But his architectural work expresses spirituality which is neutral, to all seekers of spirituality and not particularly of a given religion. Spiritual architecture is accompanied by an experiential feel into the space. For example, the Church of Light is a
Fig 2.5: Church of the Light – illustrating natural light an integrated
rectangular box angled by a bisecting
feature of holistic atmosphere
free-standing concrete wall that directs
Source: https://www.archdaily.com.br/classicos-da-arquitetura-
the visitors into the chapel.
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2.4: BRIEF REVIEW OF REFERRED DOCUMENT
A basic review has to be done on the documents and articles that are referred during the research process. Some of the relatable and important documents have been quoted below: Cayser Hussain(2015) healing Spaces in Architecture — A Study that explores the ability of space to enhance healing This research focuses on interconnection of’ human being with built environment and surroundings by physical, mental, emotional and spiritual means. It presents architecture is an artistic expression and it takes a holographic approach at the effectiveness of art to promote healing. Therapy of connecting with the inner-self to bring about change in a person’s lived experience. Four connections that has to be addressed while designing.
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