Kirche Johannes XXIII., Brutalist church in Sülz, Germany
The concrete structure features a tree-like form extending through the interior, with branches stretching across the ceiling and supporting the overall architectural design.
Architect Hans Buchmann collaborated with sculptor Josef Rikus and theologian Wilhelm Nyssen to create this religious building, which opened its doors in 1968.
The church serves the Catholic student community of Cologne while representing modern architectural principles through its raw concrete forms and unadorned surfaces.
Located at Berrenrather Strasse 127 in Cologne, the church remains open to visitors daily until dusk and welcomes photography enthusiasts.
The interior design incorporates a central concrete tree structure housing the tabernacle, complemented by wooden sculptures and colored glass elements.
Location: Sülz
Inception: 1968
Architects: Josef Rikus
Architectural style: brutalism
GPS coordinates: 50.92202,6.93065
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:51
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