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Prize(s):
Honorable Mention 2026 ARCHITECTURE / Religious & Spiritual Building Architecture
School / University Name:Africa Design School
Lead Designer(s) Name(s):Lindsay Hope Oke
Professor Name(s):Monsieur Djimey SANGARE
Project Location:Sèmè-Okou
Design Status:Prototype
Project Description:
Interior renovation project of a church aimed at modernizing the space while preserving its spiritual function. The objective was to transform an old and deteriorated place into a welcoming, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environment for the congregation. The design proposes a more fluid spatial organization, improved lighting, and the use of contemporary materials to create an atmosphere that is warm, bright, and conducive to reflection.
Interior renovation project of a church aimed at modernizing the space while preserving its spiritual function. The objective was to transform an old and deteriorated place into a welcoming, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environment for the congregation. The design proposes a more fluid spatial organization, improved lighting, and the use of contemporary materials to create an atmosphere that is warm, bright, and conducive to reflection.
Project Innovation / Specification:
The project’s innovation lies in integrating contemporary elements into a traditional religious space. The use of modern materials, reimagined lighting, and a new spatial layout enhances visibility, acoustics, and user comfort. The design seeks to balance modernity with spirituality, renewing the experience of the congregation within the space.
The project’s innovation lies in integrating contemporary elements into a traditional religious space. The use of modern materials, reimagined lighting, and a new spatial layout enhances visibility, acoustics, and user comfort. The design seeks to balance modernity with spirituality, renewing the experience of the congregation within the space.
Project Sustainability Approach:
The project prioritizes durable, low-maintenance materials to ensure the longevity of the renovation. Optimization of natural lighting and the integration of an efficient lighting system reduce energy consumption. The goal is to create a sustainable space that respects resources and is suitable for daily use by the community.
The project prioritizes durable, low-maintenance materials to ensure the longevity of the renovation. Optimization of natural lighting and the integration of an efficient lighting system reduce energy consumption. The goal is to create a sustainable space that respects resources and is suitable for daily use by the community.
Local and Regional Impacts of the Project:
The project enhances an important community landmark. By improving the quality of the space, it encourages congregational gatherings and reinforces the church’s social and spiritual role. This transformation also contributes to the preservation of architectural heritage and promotes better use of community spaces.
The project enhances an important community landmark. By improving the quality of the space, it encourages congregational gatherings and reinforces the church’s social and spiritual role. This transformation also contributes to the preservation of architectural heritage and promotes better use of community spaces.
