“Sasaki’s chapel design is inspired by the metaphor of a tent, which symbolizes the long history of pilgrimage within Christian and Jewish traditions. The architectural solution emphasizes integration and diversity through the juxtaposition of both contemporary and traditional materials and forms. The copper envelope is deployed as both roof and walls, embracing both the main altar and the daily chapel. In contrast, the north wall of the main sanctuary, clad in natural limestone, is designed as a series of folds that bring natural light into the chapel, allow for vistas to and from the green, and accommodate inscriptions that inspired the design.”
We worked with Sasaki designers to develop a non-traditional pipe organ scrim for the new chapel at Sacred Heart University. It was built with poplar hardwood.
Collaboration with Sasaki Architects
