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LIGHT AND SPACE: Narrative Dialogue in Architecture
Anna Maria Wierzbicka (red. nauk.)
Light constitutes the fundamental carrier of meaning in semantic architecture. From the biblical act of creation, in which the separation of light from darkness gives a cosmological structure to reality, to contemporary sacred realizations, it performs both a material and a symbolic role. As an attribute of God - the One who illuminates the darkness-light becomes at once a witness and the creator of the sacred, imparting dynamism to the transformations of form and matter within the sacred space.
This publication presents an interdisciplinary analysis of the role of natural light in contemporary sacred architecture. The authors-architects, researchers in architectural semiotics, and a theologian-trace the historical evolution of lighting solutions: from early Christian basilicas and the mysticism of Gothic stained-glass windows, through Renaissance dome lanterns and Baroque dramatic illumination, to the purist concepts of modernism and postmodern searches for architectural form. At the center of attention remains light as a key element of architectural narrative, which, depending on the epoch, shapes an atmosphere of contemplation, emphasizes liturgical orientation, and integrates sacred space with the rhythm of the cosmos.
Introduction Konrad Kucza-Kuczyński 9
1. Preface Anna Maria Wierzbicka 13
2. Exploring the Application of Diverse Tools, Including Digital Technologies, in Educational and Project-Based Activities for the Analysis of Light in Architectural Semiotics as a Narrative Anna Maria Wierzbicka 21
3. Analysis of Natural Light in Contemporary Sacred Architecture 29
3.1 Light Reflections: Hans van der Laan and the Proportion Effect Rafał Mazur 31
3.2 Form Harmony: Le Corbusier and His Vision of the Natural World Anna Maria Wierzbicka 47
3.3 Seeking Balance: Louis Isadore Kahn and Integration with the Environment Grzegorz Stiasny 73
3.4 Minimalist Essence: Tadao Ando’s Sacred Architecture Agnieszka Lewandowska 101
3.5 Organic Shapes: Alvaro Siza and Integration with Nature Anita Orchowska 119
3.6 Expressionism in Poland after 1956 Maciej Czarnecki 139
3.7 Light Creation: Stanisław Niemczyk and Atmosphere in Sacred Architecture Anna Maria Wierzbicka 155
3.8 Silence and Simplicity: Peter Zumthor and the Spirit of Place s. Anna Tejszerska 179
3.9 Modern Interpretations of Tradition: Mario Botta and Innovative Concepts Marek Pabich 205
3.10 Harmony of Light and Prefabrication: Atmosphere in Sacred Spaces Emilian Franciszek Nagiel 221
3.11 Architecture of Water and Light as a Narrative Space Ewa Maniak 243
3.12 Theology of Light: On the Relationship Between Architecture and Spirituality X. Henryk Nadrowski MIC 271
3.13 Virtual Models: Modern Technologies in Sacred Architecture Sławomir Kowal 303
4. The Role of Narrative Methodology as a Connection Between Image and Meaning in Architectural Education Anna Maria Wierzbicka 321
5. Acknowledgments 331
6. Appendix – 3D Models 333
6.1 Pilgrimage Chapel of Notre Dame du Haut, Ronchamp, France – Le Corbusier 335
6.2 Dominican Fathers’ Monastery, La Tourette, France – Le Corbusier 341
6.3 Church of St. Peter, Firminy, France – Le Corbusier 347
6.4 Chapel do Monte, Barao de Sao Joao, Portugal – Alvaro Siza 353
6.5 Iesu Church, San Sebastian, Spain – Rafael Moneo 359
6.6 Abbey of Our Lady of Novy Dvur, Czechia – John Pawson 365
6.7 St. Benedict’s Monastery in Vaals, Netherlands – Hans Van der Laan 371
6.8 Cemetery Chapel, Venice, Italy – Campo Baeza 377
6.9 Chapel in Valleceron, Almaden, Spain – S.M.A.O architects 383
6.10 La Tourette Monastery, side altars, Eveux, France – Le Corbusier 389
6.11 Cymbalists’ Synagogue, Tel Aviv, Israel – Mario Botta 395
6.12 Hurva Synagogue, Jerusalem, Israel – Louis Kahn 401
6.13 Chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary in the Church of St. Dominic in Służew, Warsaw, Poland – Stanisław Niemczyk 407
6.14 Bruder Klaus Field Chapel, Mechernich-Wachendorf, Germany – Peter Zumthor 413
6.15 Church of San Giovanni Battista, Mogno, Switzerland – Mario Botta 419
6.16 Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Warsaw, Poland – Jan Bogusławski 425
6.17 Roosenberg Benedictine Monastery, liturgical hall, Waasmunster, Belgium – Hans van der Laan 431
6.18 St. James’ Church, Rennes, France – Alvaro Siza 437
6.19 Venezuela Pavilion, Venice, Italy – Carlo Scarpa 443
6.20 Church of Santa Maria, Marco de Canavezes, Portugal – Alvaro Siza 449
6.21 Church of Holy Spirit, Tychy, Poland – Stanisław Niemczyk 455
6.22 Meditation Space, Unesco, Paris, France – Tadao Ando 461
6.23 St. Benedict Chapel, Sumvitg, Switzerland – Peter Zumthor 467
6.24 Brion Tomb and Sanctuary, San Vito d’Altivole, Italy – Carlo Scarpa 473
7. Visualizations Tomasz Saracen 479
8. Photograph Contributors 484
- Tytuł:LIGHT AND SPACE: Narrative Dialogue in Architecture
- Autor:Anna Maria Wierzbicka (red. nauk.)
- ISBN:978-83-8156-815-9, 9788381568159
- Data wydania:2026-06-12
- Format:Ebook - PDF
- Identyfikator pozycji: e_4ztl
- Wydawca: Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Warszawskiej