Sanctuaries of the Soul, Richard England

“The work presented in this book forms only a part of Richard England’s remarkable oeuvre, but for the architect and for many like myself who have closely followed his work over the years, it represents the most significant and profound part of his legacy, touching as it does the most mysterious aspects of our being.” – C H R I S A B E L

“Richard England has created a body of work which is imbued with that memory and that instinctive understanding of an archetypal language of the numinous.” – E D W I N H E A T H C O T E

“Richard England has revealed himself as a master of connecting the sacred and the profane by showing that sacred space is not something cut off from reality but is, indeed, its apogee. Although he has published many, many books, which, like this one, are beautifully illustrated, I encourage every reader of this book to visit Malta to experience and see his creations as they truly are. What makes Richard England special is whatever your belief; your nature, your religion – you will feel the accessibility to all that is spiritual.” – D A N I E L L I B E S K I N D

“Richard England’s sacred architecture is a form of architectural theatre that constructs stages for the mind to focus on and resonate with the spiritual dimensions of being. These spaces and images lead our consciousness and intentionality away from the commonplace reality into an idealised and imaginative mental realm. They guide us to the identification and projection of our personal faith.” – J U H A N I P A L L A S M A A