https://www.archdaily.com.br/classicos-da arquitetura-igreja-da-luz-tadao-ando

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 rectangular box angled by a bisecting free-standing concrete wall that directs the visitors into the chapel.

Fig 2.5: Church of the Light – illustrating natural light an integrated feature of holistic atmosphere

Source: https://www.archdaily.com.br/classicos-da-arquiteturaigreja-da-luz-tadao-ando

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.

• The connection to Self: space of own retrospection. The space must be comfortable and a reflection of oneself.

• The connection with the City: site in part of the city to arrive conveniently with public transport but detached from the fast pace of the city.

Fig 2.6: meditation connection with self

Source:https://www.istockphoto.com/photos/meditati on-man Fig 2.7: Connection with nature and sunlight

Source: https://www.dezeen.com/2019/09/26/fresidence-gosize-concrete-house-office-hyogo-japan/

• The connection with Nature: A physical and visual link, access to the gardens and light courts gives sovereignty. Outdoor spaces with lusting green and the sound of water to heal the agitation. • The connection with Light: Natural sunlight kills harmful bacteria and it is symbol of growth and life, controlled natural light provide sensual space an emotive quality.

 Emotional architecture — A study by Tadao Ando c Genius Loci Design philosophy

and design syntax:

The reading suggested the design philosophies and ideologies that have been used by Tadao

Ando. His philosophy of designing:

a. five senses design mode b. Minimal design syntax mode and c. Detail composition syntax with sky, light and water.