Tituskirche, Reformed parish church in Basel, Switzerland
The Tituskirche is a Reformed parish church in Basel featuring modern design principles, with a concrete facade complemented by wooden architectural elements. Its steeple houses an open bell installation that becomes a defining visual characteristic of the building.
Construction occurred between 1962 and 1964 under Basel architect Benedikt Huber, who applied modern design principles to the project. The church emerged during an era when contemporary architecture was turning away from classical traditions.
The interior walls feature relief sculptures by Peter Moilliet created in 1964, depicting New Testament scenes in a contemporary artistic style. These works shape the spiritual experience of visitors and reflect the spirit of a modern faith community.
The main worship space accommodates approximately 400 people on the ground floor, with additional seating available in the upper gallery section. This layout allows the congregation to distribute across different levels during services.
The church roof has supported a solar panel system for decades, generating renewable energy for the building's operation. This blend of spiritual space and ecological responsibility sets it apart among Basel's religious buildings.
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