Ubumwe Chapel

In Rwandan history, the church serves as a fort, offering protection against violence for those in need.

The chapel's entrance consists of two immense walls, inviting visitors to enter a transitional passage leading downwards into the heart of the building. The centrally planned holy nave focuses on building a safe space to unite the community by eliminating traditional hierarchies with the simplest interior design. In this space, the only connection to the outer world is the sky. The exit, in opposition to the entrance, there is a short passage through which community members can leave the building together.