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Tag Archives: Crematorium
The Woodland Cemetery & Crematorium
How Swedish architect John Celsing contributed to the design of one of the most influential cemeteries in the world
Creating a crematorium for a landmark Unesco World Heritage Site cemetery is no small task, but Swedish architect Johan Celsing went above and beyond expectations. Indeed, his 2013 addition of a new crematorium to Stockholm’s architecturally famous Woodland Cemetery has … Continue reading
Viewing or Witnessing a Cremation in America
A cultural practice in the US is slowly being adopted by funeral homes and crematoriums
The age-old practice of cremating a loved one out in an open air “Pyre” (a topic we have covered prior) is still practiced throughout the world, including in some private locations in the US reserved exclusively for certain religious groups. What many … Continue reading
Photographer Finds Beauty in Forgotten Cremation Vessels
David Maisel draws together beauty and ethics in his collection featuring the controversial canisters of Oregon State Hospital
The majority of photographer David Maisel‘s work focuses on environmentally-impacted sites, which comprise a multi-chaptered series called Black Maps. His most recent collection, Library of Dust, looks at an intersection of aesthetics and ethics, displaying the simple beauty of death … Continue reading
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Tagged Art Book, Cremation, Crematorium, Crematory, David Maisel, Library of Dust, Oregon State Hospital, Urn
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Japan’s Hotel for the Dead
Lastel addresses overcrowding in crematoriums and offers families a place to pay their respects
With the cremation rate in Japan at almost one hundred percent and the country’s death rate on the rise, it’s no surprise that the country faces the challenge of overcrowded crematoriums. In response, Yokohama-based Hisayoshi Teramura has opened Lastel, a “hotel” … Continue reading
Three Buildings With One Singular Message
Inappropriate Holocaust and Nazi references in design of buildings, particularly crematoriums
Woodland Crematorium is a very popular Swedish tourist stop but also has a similar design to that of Zeppelin Field, the Nazi’s party rally grounds. A comparison of three buildings and the history behind them reveal the inappropriate design of a this famous crematorium – a crematorium no less. Continue reading
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Tagged Crematorium, Crematory, Holocaust, International Crematoriums, Jewish, Woodland Crematorium
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The Island Crematorium – Rocky Island, Ireland
The 200-year-old building offers a unique space for cremation and remembrance.
The Island Crematorium on Rocky Island in Ireland is unique in its fantastic location as well as its modern approach to cremation, memorial, and grieving. The crematorium is designed for religious or non-religious services; it has spiritual as well as … Continue reading
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Tagged Cremation, Crematorium, Ireland, Memorial, Rocky Island
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