Evangelical church, Functionalist Protestant church in Smíchov, Czech Republic
Description
The Evangelical church is a Protestant worship building in Smíchov designed with clean lines and geometric forms that belong to the functionalist movement. Its structure combines modern architectural principles with spaces for religious services and community gatherings.
History
Construction began in 1930 and the building opened on September 28, 1931, making it an early example of functionalist design applied to a church. It was completed during a period when modern architectural movements started shaping religious structures.
Culture
This place serves as a gathering space for Prague's evangelical community, where you can observe how different Protestant traditions worship together. The way the interior is arranged shows how the church supports both Lutheran and Reformed practices.
Practical
The building is regularly open for worship services and hosts community events and meetings. The interior layout is straightforward, making it easy to navigate and observe the architectural design.
Did you know?
This building stands as a pioneering project that shows how functionalist design could apply to sacred spaces in the 1930s. It represents an unusual approach of the time, blending modern movement principles with religious architecture.
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