Temple of Thought Rossa, Switzerland, Swiss meditative pavilion design, European architecture
Temple of Thought in Rossa, Switzerland
29 November 2024
Design: Davide Macullo Architects SA
Location: Rossa, Switzerland
Photos by Corrado Griggi
Temple of Thought, Switzerland
The Temple of Thought aspires to be the first place exclusively dedicated to humanity’s ability to think. It is a space to sit, to pause, and even to stop without the intention of thinking. This visionary project envisions placing Temples of Thought in public spaces worldwide, underscoring the shared human capacity for thought, transcending cultural, religious, geographic, climatic, political, and economic boundaries. In a world consumed by production and consumption, where the pace of life often borders on unsustainable, we leave little room for the most essential activity of our existence: thinking. This moment in history is marked by the maturation of a unique “fruit”—the acceptance of our innate ability to abstract reality, primarily absorbed through sight.
Beyond the constraints of ideology and prejudice, which burden our world with superfluous content and limit human potential, lies a fresh, liberated capacity for thought. Freed from these self-imposed impediments, this capacity is inherently good, beautiful, and healthy. It represents a cultural evolution rooted in the modern age, where abstract representations of the world have become integral to daily life, ultimately paving the way for new realities in the virtual world.
The Temple of Thought is conceived as a physical emblem, emphasizing the preciousness of human thinking. It reminds us that our quality of life, survival, and priorities depend on the quality of our thoughts. In each location, the material for constructing this temple-sculpture-seat is chosen with sustainability and environmental responsibility in mind. Collaborations with artists and architects who value thoughtful living bring this project to life.This space perceives and represents itself as a universal entity, unifying humanity by erasing cultural, religious, climatic, and political differences. It caters to the singular necessity of thinking—a faculty that the Temple of Thought nurtures by fostering a sense of freedom capable of enabling abstraction. Visitors experience a state of proprioception, becoming aware of their bodies’ relaxation and achieving a conscious introspective state, disconnected from the hurried pragmatism of modern life.
The Temple of Thought stands as a banner of abstract thought, championing humanity’s natural inclination to reflect on existence. In a world increasingly dominated by mechanical productivity devoid of spirituality, the temple invites us to reconnect with ourselves, nature, and the cosmos. This sanctuary offers visitors a genuine, almost physiological acceptance. The wonder and surprise evoked by a space dedicated to thought allow individuals to draw closer to themselves, cultivating a genuineness of thought or rediscovering the free, childlike wonder that defines humanity. The Temple of Thought becomes a sanctuary of the soul, nurturing reflection and uninhibited thinking.
The Temple of Thought embodies the ultimate synthesis of the studio’s philosophy: an architecture that seeks nature in all its forms and places humans at its core. It strives for harmony with the cosmos, coordinating arts, human sciences, and music in a profound search for meaning. This approach often prioritizes redefining the sense of inhabiting over economic considerations, reconnecting humans with their essential nature. In this context, perception, emotions, and social interaction play a fundamental role. Architecture becomes a neuro-adaptive tool, creating spaces that influence psychology, physiology, and behavior—an organic art form in harmony with the cosmos.
The Temple of Thought is an invitation to rediscover the essence of being human: to think, to reflect, and ultimately, to be.
Temple of Thought in Rossa, Switzerland – Building Information
Design: Davide Macullo Architects SA – https://www.macullo.com/
Project start date: 2023
Project completed on: 2023
Complexive cost for the project: 10’000 CHF
Height: 300cm
Diameter: 300cm
Area: 9sq. m.
Materials: Local larch
Studio: Davide Macullo Architects SA – Lugano TI
Design Team: Davide Macullo, Andrea Conti, Jung Kim, Oleksandra Pohorila, Lorenza Tallarini, Aileen Forbes-Munnelly
Consultants: Frei Holzbau AG, Kriessern, St. Gallen, Switzerland
Photography credits: Corrado Griggi
Other Credits: Artinbosco Association, Municipality of Capriasca
Photographer: Corrado Griggi
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Location: Rossa, Switzerland, central Europe
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