The afterlife of the chapterhouse

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series: Circular Spaces

The modern afterlife for the chapterhouses

The modern afterlife for the chapterhouses

Afterlife, 20th-century examples for the chapterhouse

20th-century architecture retained the special atmosphere and circular message of these spaces. Below, I present a couple of famous examples. One is a building that serves as a "chapel" in the modern sense, while the other is a classic gathering and community space where conferences and focused discussions can also be held.
Chapterhouse should not be confused with chapel or refectory! In modern architecture, however, these special spaces are given a new interpretation, preserving the spiritual and emotional message of the original central community events.
Notices:
chapel: A chapel is a small place of Christian worship, which can be a standalone building or a room within a larger one, like a hospital, prison, or school. It may be a designated space with its own altar in a larger church, serve a specific purpose like weddings or funerals, or be used for smaller groups and private prayer.
refectory: usually a room used for communal meals in an educational or religious institution.

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