Palokka church, Lutheran church in Palokka district, Jyväskylä, Finland.
The Palokka church building stands at 101 meters above sea level, featuring contemporary architectural design with large windows that fill interior spaces with natural light.
The church, completed in 2005, replaced the original 1978 structure designed by architect Antti Eskelinen, marking a new chapter in Palokka's religious architecture.
Local artists contribute their works to decorate the church interior, connecting religious spaces with Finnish artistic expressions through permanent installations and exhibitions.
The building includes accessibility features and a spacious hall that accommodates various gatherings, from religious services to concerts and community meetings.
The church structure incorporates design elements that reflect both modern Finnish architectural principles and traditional ecclesiastical functions in the growing Palokka district.
Location: Jyväskylä
Elevation above the sea: 101 m
GPS coordinates: 62.29072,25.73028
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:05
Concrete churches from different countries show the architectural evolution of the 20th century. These structures combine geometric forms with modernist designs and use light as a design element. The buildings demonstrate the technical capabilities of concrete as a construction material for religious spaces.
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