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Architects: Atelier Maison
- Area: 975 m²
- Year: 2019
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Photographs:Alexandra Pace
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Manufacturers: AutoDesk, Forbo Flooring Systems, Eraclit, Euro Seating, Spigo Group
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Lead Architects: Katja Abela and Paula Agius-Vadala
Text description provided by the architects. The concept for the renovation of this sacred auditorium was built on 3 main elements: the ceiling, the marble base and the cross plus the connection with the chapel behind. We wanted that the entire lower level of the auditorium appeared as one same material. This was a crucial part of the concept. It was also important that the material used was a natural one and that it symbolized a product that was a result of nature and time. Besides the tonality of the travertine, its beauty is in the fact that it is a material that – during formation – the travertine allows the natural element of water to pass through it, and leaves marks throughout the material. This process symbolizes the listeners in the auditorium who are absorbing the holy word that is being received.
