Aquinas College Chapel, Catholic chapel in Salter Point, Perth, Western Australia.
Aquinas College Chapel is a church building in Salter Point, Perth, constructed with distinctive red Mount Barker stone combined with concrete as primary materials. The single-story structure accommodates both communal and intimate worship settings within its architectural layout.
The chapel opened in 1966 and reflects the architectural shifts that followed the Second Vatican Council. This period introduced significant changes to how Catholic worship spaces were designed and experienced.
The name reflects its connection to Thomas Aquinas, a medieval theologian whose writings shaped Catholic education, and the chapel serves as a gathering place where the college community comes together for worship.
The chapel serves as an active worship space for the college community with regular services, so visitor access may be limited to certain times. Contact the college in advance to learn about appropriate visiting hours.
The building was engineered with earthquake-resistant construction techniques, a notable feature for a region where seismic activity is uncommon. This forward-thinking approach set it apart from typical chapel designs of its era.
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