The Architectural Philosophy of the Forms and Ornaments of GPIB Bethel in Bandung City

Widad Muhammad Ramdan

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GPIB Bethel Bandung is a cultural heritage building with profound historical and philosophical values, reflecting the influence of Dutch colonial architecture and spiritual symbolism. Built in 1925 by architect W.C.P. Schoemaker, this church combines Art Deco and Indische Empire Style architecture, evident in its decorative and structural elements rich in meaning. This study aims to examine the philosophy and meaning behind the design of GPIB Bethel Bandung's building, as well as to explore the spiritual symbolism contained in its forms and architectural ornaments. The methodology used is a qualitative-interpretative approach, with data collected through observation, literature study, and text analysis. The findings reveal that each element of the building, such as the mass form resembling a cross, the façade, tower, and columns, carries theological meaning closely related to Christian teachings. This building serves not only as a place of worship but also as a symbol of life, unity of faith, and cultural preservation. GPIB Bethel Bandung is an important example of preserving cultural heritage, which not only has architectural value but also spiritual significance that can continue to inspire and enrich the lives of the people of Bandung. This study emphasizes the importance of preserving historical buildings as part of local identity and valuable culture, as well as understanding the meaning and philosophy behind GPIB Bethel Bandung.


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Church; GPIB Bethel; From; Philosophy; Symbol; art deco architecture;

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/jaz.v8i1.77688

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