Planned in the 1960s at the height of brutalism architecture in the UK with construction taking place 1970-73. The exterior cladding is pre-cast concrete panels of pink Aberdeen granite aggregate, with contrasting white concrete piers marking the angles and portals. Concentric stages of walling rise to a steep double pyramid roof. A cross in a tripartite spire of bevelled fins, rises to 167' . In plan the church is an irregular hexagon subdivided internally into varied polygons. The controlling module for all angles and dimensions is an eighteen inch equilateral triangle; a classical approach giving unity. The exposed white concrete interior was cast in-situ using Russian redwood formwork giving very crisp texture. The concrete was all mixed by one man. The plywood tetrahedra in the nave ceiling are part of the acoustic scheme.
Showing posts with label architecture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label architecture. Show all posts
Friday, April 5, 2024
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Architectural Colours and Reflections
I am working on a talk on architectural photography so an opportunity in my free time in Bristol to gather a few more images featuring the older coloured house in Bristol and their modern concrete versions, reflections and general abstracts.
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
M-Shed Bristol
I enjoyed a visit to the M-shed in Bristol with its innovative internal architecture and great displays illustrating Bristol's people and places. I played around with multiple exposure which worked well with the bright colours and open staircases
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Oldbury Cameos
Another walk around Oldbury yesterday centred on the very impressive electricity station and surrounding buildings and their security measures.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Oldbury Canal
As a leg-stretcher after driving to Oldbury (Birmingham area), I took a walk along the Oldbury Canal to where it runs under the M5 and where a lot of reconstruction work is being done.
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