Linkou Pure Land Buddha Hall

The Buddha Hall is a place where masters give speeches and adherents gather for sharing teachings, chanting scriptures, and undergoing mindful meditation. Believing every religious gathering place contributes to social and spiritual well-being, this project design aspires to have a positive impact on the society and community.
This hall is affiliated with the branch of Mahayana Buddhism, focused on achieving rebirth in the Pure Land of Bliss. One of the fundamental principles in this religion is that faith, aspiration, and practice are the three provisions for reaching rebirth in the Pure Land of the Buddha Amitabha. Aligned with the core beliefs and the figurative representation of the Pure Land, the design focuses on creating a space that feels pure, tranquil, and primitive.
Encompassing a classroom, a reception area, and the main hall, catering to the needs of all adult demographics, the Buddha hall is situated at the basement floor of a condominium building rather than a prominent storefront location. Therefore, the site inherits a sense of darkness and claustrophobia due to poor daylighting, ventilation, and air circulation. Thus, to erase the oppressive impression and to forge a breezy entrance are essential.
Natural sunlight penetrates the basement through the stairway from the ground floor. The wall, patterned with hollow designs, intertwine with bamboo landscaping windows, infusing a refreshing botanical vibe into both the reception area and the main worship hall. The flooring features wood tones, and the backdrops incorporate concrete elements, imbuing the space with a sense of purity that complements the hall solemnity. The ceilings are cladded with dimmable lighting devices, providing an even and moderate light condition, simulating a skylight effect and echoing the notion of 'Buddha's light shine ' depicted in the scriptures.