Cardboard Cathedral
Shigeru Ban Architects; Warren and Mahoney · Christchurch, New Zealand · 2013
Shigeru Ban’s transitional cathedral uses a repeated triangular structural rhythm and a simple overall form. Developed after the Christchurch earthquake, the building combines an adaptable civic and religious role with an architectural approach that emphasizes lightness, economy and recognizable construction elements. Visiting: The transitional cathedral is open to visitors most days, free of charge, outside services.