A Spiraling Sanctuary for Eternal Vows
House Of Yes
Client
Tjep. internal project
Design
Tjep. & Rob van Houten
Year
2009
A Celebration of Unity in Diversity's Embrace
Envision a chapel that transcends borders and beliefs, where the air hums with the promise of forever—a luminous beacon honoring love's universal language amid a whirlwind of cultural tapestries. House of Yes, crafted by Tjep. in 2009, emerges as a poetic fusion of global marriage icons, transforming the humble wedding cake into a multi-tiered monument of matrimony that unites diverse rituals under one spiraling roof.
The Wedding Cake Reimagined as Sacred Geometry
This intimate chapel takes the archetypal form of a tiered cake, symbolizing layers of shared joy across civilizations, while its open-box silhouette unveils a hypnotic lace ribbon in spiral form, evoking the eternal twist of intertwined fates. Inspired by symbols from ancient rites to modern vows, it stands as a testament to what binds humanity: the profound, joyous bond between two souls, celebrated without creed or convention.
Lace Facade: Threads of Connection and Union
At first glance, the delicate lace facade captivates, its intricate weave a metaphor for the delicate yet unbreakable ties of partnership, filtering light into patterns of hope and harmony. This perforated skin not only adorns but functions as a gentle veil, inviting the outside world to witness while preserving the sanctity within, a nod to veils from every corner of the globe.
The Spiral Ascent: From Ceremony to Ecstatic Summit
Step into the core, and the building's spiraling essence unfolds—a dynamic vortex that draws the eye and spirit downward through the floor to the heart: a hallowed altar for the sacred exchange of vows. Post-ceremony, an elegant elevator lifts the newlyweds to the pinnacle, as guests ascend the encircling ramp, converging naturally for that timeless photograph atop the cake, where love's harvest is captured in collective awe.
A Provocative Icon in Tjep.'s Tapestry of Dreams
More than mere architecture, House of Yes is Tjep.'s whimsical provocation: a space where irony meets intimacy, challenging us to see marriage not as tradition's echo, but as a vibrant, inclusive rite. It bridges our Oogst series' self-sufficient visions with this intimate ode to connection, proving that even in solitude's grand designs, human bonds remain the ultimate foundation.
Harvesting Vows for a World United
Compact yet cosmic, it reminds us that one "yes" can ripple into endless unity. Discover more of Tjep.'s boundary-blurring wonders on Tjep.com, where we craft spaces that say yes to the extraordinary.