Tag Archives: Cemetery

Farewell Chapel at Teharje, Slovenia

The modern design invites us to look forward, not back.
Posted on November 13, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

When asked to design a Farewell Chapel in Teharje, Slovenia, Ljubljana-based firm Architektura Krušec created a structure that looks deliberately un-unified. Its roof appears to float above the structure, disconnected, and its local-sandstone walls are varying heights throughout the space. … Continue reading →

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Art to Honor Lost Children

Asher's "Toy Box" Finds Unexpected Beauty Left Behind in Graveyards
Posted on September 18, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The artist Asher has a knack for capturing unexpected beauty in the graveyard. He’s been photographing in these sites for years, with some results that have even surprised him. Today, we are lucky enough to have the opportunity to share … Continue reading →

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Green Burial Makes its Way to South Africa

The country opens its first eco-cemetery.
Posted on September 14, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Last month, South Africa opened the country’s first green cemetery. Weisenhof Legacy Park was created within the oldest privately-owned nature reserve in the country. The park set aside a portion of its space for burial and memorial sites. It will … Continue reading →

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