Prize(s) Winners in Religious & Spiritual Site Lighting Design
Lighting Design/Product Company Christine Sicangco Lighting Design, Inc.
Lead Designers Christine Sicangco & Jo Vincent T. Gonzaga (CSLDI Pincipals)
Other Designer's names Ar. Tonyboy Legaspi
Architecture Company Antonio Legaspi Architects
Interior Design Company NA
Client PRIVATE
Photo Credits Ed Simon
Other Credits Benalyn Nacion - CSLDI
Completion Date Oct 2024
Project Location Silay, Neg. Occ. - Philippines
Entry DescriptionThis chapel was built as a gift from a generous landowner in Tayap, who recognized the community’s need for a local place of worship. Wanting to give back, the landowner donated this beautifully designed chapel, creating a welcoming space for locals to worship, and gather.
Ar. Tonyboy Legaspi embraced traditional materials and sustainable design. The chapel features bamboo, antique hardwood, and a roof crafted from cogon grass, blending seamlessly with the natural landscape. Set against a backdrop of mountains and hills, the structure feels both welcoming and serene. The steeply pitched roof and intricately carved wooden doors strike a balance between rustic charm and cultural refinement. Large open windows invite the surrounding views to become part of the interior experience.
A key part of the project was to reduce light pollution and preserve the night sky. The lighting fixtures are carefully hidden from view, and highlights certain architectural features . This design preserves the natural beauty of the night sky while maintaining the chapel’s peaceful ambiance. Inside, warm-toned lighting highlights the bamboo ceiling, while chandeliers softly illuminate the space, creating a serene atmosphere for worship. Outside, uplights accentuate the chapel's wooden facade, enhancing its detailed craftsmanship without overpowering the natural environment.
Company DescriptionChristine Sicangco Lighting Design, Inc - is an award winning independent Architectural Lighting Design Firm in the Philippines.
We are currently a group of 15-20 professionals with varied backgrounds ranging from Lighting Design, Environmental Design, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design and Graphic Design.
CSLDI's projects encompasses Mixed Use Land Developments, Hospitality, Casino & Entertainment City, Retail & Malls, Churches and Chapels, City Masterplans & Corporate Offices
