Liturgical / Sacred
Holy Cross Church
A Romanesque-inspired church interior with exposed timber trusses, a celestial blue apse, gold sacred art, and mosaic panels — transforming a parish hall into a permanent sacred space.
Area8,500 sq ft
Duration14 months
ScopeNew church interior
ClientHoly Cross Parish
Center aisle — timber ceiling and celestial blue apse
Altar — golden crucifix, mosaic reredos, and peacock sculptures
Overview
YCD Studio collaborated with New Jerusalem Liturgical Design on the creation of a new Romanesque-style church interior for Holy Cross. The project marked the transition from a long-used parish hall into a permanent sacred space, with a strong …
Narthex — star-painted ceiling, baptismal font, and cross inlay
Approach
The design was anchored by the integration of meaningful existing elements, including the original crucifix and a salvaged tabernacle. These artifacts informed the overall visual language and color strategy of the sanctuary. The process combined …
Center aisle — timber ceiling and celestial blue apseAltar — golden crucifix, mosaic reredos, and peacock sculpturesNarthex — star-painted ceiling, baptismal font, and cross inlayLike what you see?
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