Iberian Mother of God Church

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design /
Firm LocationMoscow, Russian Federation
CompanyA-Project.K
Lead ArchitectAlexander Kolosov
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Architect: Alexander Kolosov Year: 2015 Area: 700 sq. Total area: 1480 sq. Designed for 1000 people This five-domed church was designed according to the orthodox canons with a great reverence for everlasting religious traditions of Russia: 4 main columns represent 4 evangelists, and hand-carved iconostasis conceals the area for sacraments. The central dome is a tented roof with a bell-cot inside. The biggest of the 13 bells weighs 3 tons. Four other domes are made of gold. White façade and church interior correlate with the beautiful frescoes on the ground floor; the church is seamlessly integrated into the surrounding landscaping, including an orchard. The church is an area landmark, which attracts people and has everything required for education and culture. The Parable House (which is a part of a church) includes a frater and a school. The bearing walls are made of brick; all the structures are solid steel. All the construction materials were supplied by industrial facilities of “KROST” company.