Faith is a powerful force, one that can transform not just hearts and minds, but also physical spaces. For a devoted Christian couple and their children, it became the guiding principle behind their sculptural, six-storey home on Hong Kong Island.
Conceived by architect Nelson Chow, founder of NC Design and Architecture, the 4,500-square-foot residence, dubbed Chapel Residence, has reinterpreted Christian spirituality through a graceful curvilinear design.
“The brief was to create a sanctuary inspired by serene religious architecture, reinterpreting Christian spirituality for modern residential living. They wanted a home that nurtures calm, reflection, connection, and everyday rituals without being overtly religious,” Chow explains.
Specific elements included spaces for family interaction and entertaining, as well as practical features such as cross-ventilation for natural cooling, passive daylight to reduce artificial lighting needs,…
