Arckit’s open-ended building platform allows you to bring iconic architectural gems to life from around the world as never before. This Arckit set of components and step-by-step video enables you to build an Arckit model representation of Tadao Ando's masterpiece Church of the Light.
Tadao Ando is a Japanese self-taught architect whose approach to architecture and landscape was categorized as "critical regionalism".
He created Church of The Light in 1989 in the city of Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. It is an architecture of duality – the dual nature of existence – solid/void, light/dark, stark/serene. The coexisting differences leave the church void of any, and all, ornament creating a pure, unadorned space.
The space of the chapel is defined by light, the strong contrast between light and solid. In the chapel light enters from behind the altar from a cross cut in the concrete wall that extends vertically from floor to ceiling and horizontally from wall to wall, aligning perfectly with the joints in the concrete. At this intersection of light and solid the occupant is meant to become aware of the deep division between the spiritual and the secular within himself or herself.
We’d recommend using the Arckit Building Plate as a base to build from and for displaying your creation (the Building Plate is not included in the kit). Please note, if you use the building plate, there is no need to include the Links to the underside of the model as indicated in the step-by-step video. Enjoy!
Please note: Over the years we have created representations of iconic buildings to showcase Arckit’s vast capabilities as a modular scale model building platform. Due to popular demand, we have put together the components necessary to build Arckit representations of some of these structures, including The Church of the Light. To avoid any disappointment, please note that this step-by-step building kit is plainly packaged without any print, brochure or reference to the building. It comes in a white Arckit box with only the components, packed in separate eco-friendly bags. As we strive to be environmentally friendly, we have not included printed instructions in the box, however you can find them in the listing online – both as a PDF and as a video tutorial.
Your step-by-step kit will be shipped from our warehouse in Ireland.
Download the building instructions as a PDF file
Kit Components:
|
11010101 |
Floor 1.01 |
3 |
|
11010102 |
Floor 1.02 |
6 |
|
11010103 |
Floor 1.03 |
11 |
|
11010104 |
Floor 1.04 |
12 |
|
11010105 |
Floor 1.05 |
12 |
|
11010106 |
Floor 1.06 |
7 |
|
15010501 |
White Smooth Tiles 5.01 |
34 |
|
30010202 |
Wall Corner 2.02 |
76 |
|
37010205 |
Wall Low 2.05 |
8 |
|
39010901 |
Wall Joint 9.01 |
39 |
|
40010902 |
Wall Joint Corner 9.02 |
14 |
|
36011101 |
Column 11.01 |
4 |
|
46010801 |
Link 8.01 |
50 |
|
A1000001 |
Concrete Wall Panel Adhesive |
7 |
| SKU | Description | QTY |
|
11010101 |
Floor 1.01 |
3 |
|
11010102 |
Floor 1.02 |
6 |
|
11010103 |
Floor 1.03 |
11 |
|
11010104 |
Floor 1.04 |
12 |
|
11010105 |
Floor 1.05 |
12 |
|
11010106 |
Floor 1.06 |
7 |
|
15010501 |
White Smooth Tiles 5.01 |
34 |
|
30010202 |
Wall Corner 2.02 |
76 |
|
37010205 |
Wall Low 2.05 |
8 |
|
39010901 |
Wall Joint 9.01 |
39 |
|
40010902 |
Wall Joint Corner 9.02 |
14 |
|
36011101 |
Column 11.01 |
4 |
|
46010801 |
Link 8.01 |
50 |
|
A1000001 |
Concrete Wall Panel Adhesive |
7 |
|
RETURNS, REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES
|
At Arckit we care about our customers and we want to ensure that you are completely satisfied with every online purchase you make. From the date goods are received, we offer a 14 day return period from the date that you receive your item(s).
|
RETURNS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
|
1. We offer a 14 day return period from the date that you receive your item(s). 2. Returns must have original packaging, be in perfect condition and in a sellable condition (unused and unmarked) and be accompanied by your order number and RMA number issued by the Customer Service Team. 3. If an item is deemed to have been used, damaged or not in re-sellable condition, Arckit retains the right to refuse refund or exchange. Personalized or items made to your specification are not returnable. 4. If sending via a courier, please ensure that your packaging is sealed and secure. Arckit cannot accept responsibility for item(s) lost in transit to our Head Office [Dublin] and will not issue a refund or exchange without receiving the item back. We recommend that you obtain proof of delivery and use a ‘signed for’ service. 5. You must contact Arckit at info@arckit.com and obtain a Returns number. Parcels received without an RMA number will be refused. Our Online Order Management Team will let you know once your return has been processed via the email address you have provided. We aim to process returns within 5 working days of receipt [for a full refund or exchange] using the same means of payment used for the initial transaction
|
HOW TO RETURN YOUR ITEM
|
1. Contact Customer Service at info@arckit.com 2. Please tell us: -Your name -Address -Online order number -Date of purchase -Reason for return -Whether you would like an Exchange or a Refund 3. We will reply with a Returns (RMA) number via email 4. Write your Returns number on the parcel and send it to:
Arckit.com Returns department C/O Polar Express Logistics 5 S Main St, Englishtown, NJ 07726, RMA number: (Insert your number) You must have an RMA number from us in advance. Please do not ship without an RMA number, your parcel will be refused by the warehouse.
|
ANY QUESTIONS?
| If you have any questions or experience any difficulties with returning goods, please contact us at info@arckit.com and we will do our best to help. |
