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It was a Sanctuary with no exclusions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ac77d4825bf0250fa2555c5/1528681665352-CSVG7DUBHR9C9C46DH1K/IMG_0143.jpg SANCTUARY 2018 A mass of volunteers over two days built the structure. Parts had been laser cut, but volunteers had little prior knowledge of the process. 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The surface peaks in a reference to traditional sacred spaces, but assumes a uniquely contemporary shape. Each brick is unique. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ac77d4825bf0250fa2555c5/1528727878741-903HOUL3IFMLUY4AMELY/IMG_0267.jpg SANCTUARY 2018 Attendees continued to add dedications once the structure was built. 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This festival is just a few years old in a community with conservative values. 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This is a group within the national AIA (American Institute of Architects) that focuses on the design of sacred spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ac77d4825bf0250fa2555c5/55e0dcc4-7e7c-4e40-a7fb-99baca7e9fa1/AD_screen.jpg SANCTUARY 2024 - ArchDaily It’s a tremendous honor to be published on one of the most highly read architectural webpages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ac77d4825bf0250fa2555c5/196055a6-8368-4c34-9071-c65200312d86/Screenshot+2024-10-09+085836.jpg SANCTUARY 2024 - Make it stand out This essay by Doug Staker discusses the nature of sacred space in the modern world, where it can be found or generated, and the trap of aesthetics. 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