St. Peter’s Church
The new St. Peter's Church is a Gothic-inspired masterpiece that rises in the heart of Kuching, a modern city rich in culture and heritage. Its design features pointed arches, ribbed vaults, flying buttresses, enormous stained-glass windows, and detailed ornamentation, establishing it as a prominent landmark addition to the cityscape. Moreover, this architectural style is reminiscent of the historic St. Joseph Cathedral, which honours the heritage of Christianity in Kuching.
The development of St. Peter’s Church was carried out in stages. Stage 1, completed in 2018, included a columbarium with a capacity for up to 5,000 urns. Stage 2 comprised the construction of the church itself.
The original design, created in 2014 by the late architect Yong Nyan Ted, proposed a single-storey structure with space for 800 people. In 2017, the design was revised to include a new façade, lending the building a more prestigious and commanding presence. Following these changes, the church can now accommodate over 1,000 parishioners.
Inside, the design reflects elements of the original historic St. Peter’s Church, most notably through the use of exposed trusses that add dimension and character to the interior. The intricate stained glass were entirely handcrafted and installed by Italian artisans over a five-year period, depict key moments from Christ’s life, including the Stations of the Cross, Mother Mary and Joseph, the Last Supper, and St. Peter. In addition to the stained glass, the church also features woodwork that was manually crafted by local suppliers and contractors.
Text by the architect
PROJECT GALLERY
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Architect : Architect DesignPractice
Client : The Archbishop of Catholic Church
Area : 2,205 m²
Project Location : Kuching | Sarawak
Year : 2024 -
C&S Engineer : GBU Consultant
M&E Engineer : Perunding E-Mechs
Quantity Surveyor : PUBM Quantity Surveyors
Interior Designer : F+L Associates
Design Team : Architect DesignPractice
Photography : Bertram Tua -
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