中國泉州 聚龍小鎮教堂
聚龍小鎮教堂自聖經主題中汲取靈感，並將寓意融入於建築的表達之中，以神聖氛圍烘托環境，促使人與空間進行精神層面的交流與對話。團隊藉階梯狀的岩石地基托起，將教堂的聖殿設置於頂部，喚起人們對於諾亞方舟的想像，並使內部面向周圍的廣闊山景敞開，建立能夠與自然交融的禮拜空間。
The church as an ark – floating above the world, anchored in the foundation of faith – an ancient idea. But how do you reconcile the desire for symbolism that is deeply anchored in the Christian faith with the sober requirements of an intensively used, multifunctional architecture? Moved by the imagery, but aware of the project's restraints, our solution comprises two building elements: The lower portion, clad in split granite slabs, mirrors a terraced rock foundation. Its rectangular structure enables flexible subdivision, catering to secular needs. Atop rests the church's nave, evoking the imagery of an abstracted ark, and adorned with scored GRC panels. This choice steers clear of literal interpretations whilst allowing for a nuanced representation of the narrative. The resulting architecture establishes conditions that encourage the faithful to physically and spiritually engage: Like a pilgrimage, Christians ascend the terraces for worship.
聚龍小鎮教堂自聖經主題中汲取靈感，並將寓意融入於建築的表達之中，以神聖氛圍烘托環境，促使人與空間進行精神層面的交流與對話。團隊藉階梯狀的岩石地基托起，將教堂的聖殿設置於頂部，喚起人們對於諾亞方舟的想像，並使內部面向周圍的廣闊山景敞開，建立能夠與自然交融的禮拜空間。
聚龍小鎮是泉州的一座新城，近年吸引了眾多來自各地的人來此定居。如今，此座可容納1000人的教堂，坐落於山頂上，並相鄰小鎮地標，象徵著一個全新的開始，成為每個到來者的諾亞方舟，每一個抵達者的心靈居所。
Once at the top, they are embraced by the "Paradise" – a medieval element traditionally demarcating the asylum area of a church. Being a circular atrium open to the sky, the Paradise of Julong works as a place of gathering that prepares the Christians for their entry into the “belly” of the ark. But contrary to what this metaphor suggests, the sanctuary is neither dark nor unworldly: upon entering, one experiences the total opening of the hall to the green mountain peak. Creation itself becomes part of the liturgic space, providing believers with an archetypal scene of worship transcending liturgical differences. In the context of China´s officially atheistic and traditionally non-Christian environment, the design of the Mountain Church holds profound cultural and societal significance. Drawing inspiration from biblical tradition while eschewing European architectural norms, the church challenges preestablished perceptions of Christianity by effectively bridging cultural divides and underscores thus the importance of architecture as a cultural technique that promotes social balance and public representation.
主要建築師：德克．蒙許博士
結構工程：FJADI福州
空間性質：教堂
基地面積：3000平方公尺
主要材料：花崗岩．GRC面板
座落位置：中國泉州
影像：Shikai．INUCE事務所
文字：德克．蒙許博士
採訪：王韻如
Principal Architects：Dr.-Ing. Dirk U. Moench
Structural Engineering：FJADI Fuzhou
Character of Space：Church
Site Area：3000㎡
Principal Materials：Granite slabs．GRC panels
Location：Quanzhou, China
Photos：Shikai．INUCE
Text：Dr.-Ing. Dirk U. Moench
Interview：Ana Wang
