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MOLUCCAN CHURCH DEN BOSCH

J.P.F.M. THOLE (AAS), 1980-1982, Ploossche Hof 65, Den Bosch

ARCHITECT(URAL OFFICE):
Peter Thole
AAS Architecten (Atelier voor Architectuur en Stedebouw)

BUILDING TYPE:
Religious buildings

The church grounds are bordered by a double colonnade, an accumulation of small squares. This grid is continued in the precast concrete structure of the church itself, whose principal spaces are organized along the diagonal. A forecourt on the corner provides access to a circular central area lit by a tall rectangular rooflight. In this main church space, the chancel is illuminated through partly coloured glass. Slits of fenestration in the walls and roof emphasize the square planning grid.