Lotus Temple

Fariborz Sahba - New Delhi, INDIA - 1986

key words: Biomimicry, Concrete, Leaves, Lotus, Marble, Skylight, Worship

TEMPLE EXTERIOR - © Fariborz Sahba

Embodying unity, purity, and openness, the Bahá'í house of worship, traces Indian culture through architectural geometry. Using a lotus flower as inspiration, the form conveys a sense of blossoming, further alluding to the concepts of rebirth and serenity. The temple lies within a vast garden, enhancing the project's connection to the natural world.

The temple, aligning with the Bahá'í principle of oneness, is open to all demographics regardless of denomination. The absence of iconography and paraphernalia in the interior space offers visitors an inclusive blank canvas to rest, pray, or congregate. The interplay of light and shadow invites a spiritual ambience that transcends religious boundaries.