david adjaye shares first look at abrahamic family home in abu dhabi

Adjaye Associates unveils Abraham family residence

Adjaye Association finished first glance Abraham Family Home Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi united arab emirates. The new complex consists of three separate chapels – a mosqueA church and a synagogue – and communal gathering spaces designed to serve as centers of learning, dialogue and faith practice.

“I believe that architecture should aim to embody the kind of world we want to live in, a receptive, open,
and continuous improvement. As an architect, I want to create a building that begins to transcend the notion of hierarchical difference and enriches human life. It is our hope that through these buildings that celebrate three different religions, people of all faiths and all walks of life can learn about and participate in the mission of peaceful coexistence for future generations. Share Sir David Adjaye. The Abraham Family Home was officially inaugurated and opened to believers on February 16, 2023.

Completed Abraham Family Home | All images courtesy of Adjaye Associates

New Faith Practice Center

The Abrahamic Family House consists of a single-story plinth, at its center a welcoming tribune into which three chapels are embedded. The three cubic chapels are of equal size, forming a clear visual harmony. At the same time, the architectural arrangement of each building is unique and specific to its location and religious references. Each chapel has a courtyard with a water feature and supporting spaces corresponding to its respective religious traditions and practices. The houses are connected by an elevated garden – a shared space of encounter and connection. Sunlight is the main design feature of the complex, entering each house at different times of the day.

At the Abrahamic Family House, visitors are invited to attend religious services, guided tours, celebrations and opportunities to explore their faith. Each dedicated house of worship has space for observers, and daily guided tours will show visitors design features related to the practices and traditions of each faith.