LATTER-DAY SAINTS PHILADELPHIA TEMPLE
LOCATION PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA PROJECT TYPE MASTER PLAN PROPOSAL • TEMPLE DESIGN CONCEPT DATE 2010 SIZE 40,000 SQUARE FEET
The temple design acts as a beacon for the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints being located in propinquity of other places of gathering and worship
The temple design acts as a beacon for the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints being located in propinquity of other places of gathering and worship
Major Vehicular Roads Indented Highway Site Location Public Squares
The proportions of the temple design are mindful of the surrounding historic buildings to achieve a harmonous integration to the urban context
The exterior facade is the product of a series of experiences starting at the public pedestrian access and continuing a procession ascending to the top level of the temple.
The schematic design creates multiple spaces that allow the church to perform the diverse range of services they offer in ample spaces.
The floor plans align vertically creating a clean centralized core for all the religious services being distributed by hierarchy from public to private.
SEALING ROOM Where individuals make the paramount covenant with God that seals families together for time and all eternity.
CELESTIAL ROOM The celestial room, one of the most holy and reverent places in all the temple, is a place for meditation and prayer.
BAPTISMAL FONT Baptism by water is the ordinance where one makes their first promise of obedience and dedication to God.
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Included in the proposed design is a temple services building housing mechanincal and electrical systems.