Friedenskirche, Brutalist church in Baumberg, Germany
Friedenskirche is a church building in Baumberg with distinctive brutalist architecture, featuring exposed concrete walls marked by geometric patterns from wooden formwork. The complex includes an amphitheater, community halls, staff apartments, and a kindergarten alongside the main worship space.
Construction began in 1968 based on a design by architect Walter Maria Foerderer, who won an architectural competition for the project. The building was created to serve the needs of a growing Protestant community in the area.
The name 'Friedenskirche' reflects the parish's goal of creating a welcoming space for community gatherings. Today, people in the neighborhood use the rooms for meetings and local events.
The building is located at Schellingstraße 13 in Monheim am Rhein and is easily accessible. Visitors should allow time to explore the various sections of the grounds, which include spaces beyond just the main worship area.
The interior features fourteen different lighting settings and a large projection screen that integrate modern elements into worship. This equipment was remarkably advanced for its time and allows flexible worship experiences.
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