Bagsværd Church

The plain and rectilinear exterior of this church by Jørn Utzon contrasts with the sensuously curving soffits within - the interior creates a welcome surprise. The client wanted a cost saving so the whole building was shrunk in proportion: in fact the scale of some elements does seem rather reduced, especially the exposed gables at the top seen from the east. Utzon planned the interior vaults after being inspired by banks of clouds. His sketches evolved from nature images to hanging overhead vaults (text from e-architect.com).