Pingstkyrkan Örnsköldsvik

The project brief was to create a unique visual focal point above the sofa seating in the church’s grand entrance hall, a work that would unify the furniture arrangement and contribute to a calm, welcoming atmosphere in harmony with the surrounding interior design. The timeline allocated was approximately 8 months from first sketch to final installation.

I envisioned fine-meshed brass net veils that envelop each other in a cylindrical formation. Within these veils three suspended cylindrical brass luminaires were integrated. The installation needed to function both as an art object and a lighting sculpture: the light would reflect in varying intensities through the mesh depending on how the nets were formed and at what height the lamp is suspended.

To engineer the suspension and spatial flow of these veils and lamps, my creative assistant Albin and I deliberated on how to give each veil a natural movement without repetitiveness. In sketching, I realized the forms I was drawing resembled meteorological maps showing wind flows over a region. Like a cyclone viewed from above. At that moment Albin exclaimed, “You know that in the eye of the storm, it is completely calm.” That phrase resonated deeply with me, and I turned to biblical passages—Psalm 91:4-5 and Romans 8:39. Even in the eye of the storm, when all around is chaotic, one can seek refuge and peace in faith. Thus, the sculpture of brass-mesh veils enveloping the luminaires became a visual metaphor: in the eye of the storm, there is peace to be found.

Now installed, the piece interacts dynamically with light and space. The veils guide the eye with subtle movement; the luminaires cast varying shadow and glow patterns through the mesh, creating a layered depth. Visitors have commented on the sense of tranquility the installation imparts, how it feels both sculptural and luminous. The work enhances the entrance hall’s spiritual ambience, unifying design elements while providing a contemplative presence.