Reg.Nr. 98/HU/03

Calvinist Church Restoration, Sonkád

The state of the village church, originally built in the 15th century and reconstructed in the 18th century, became dangerous to life. As a result of the 5 year long restoration work the building has been totally renewed both internally and externally. The walls have been ...
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Project details

Title:Calvinist Church Restoration, Sonkád
Entr. year: 1998
Result:Medal
Country: Hungary
Town: Sonkád
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Church
Actual use:Church, cultural attraction
Built: 15th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Oltai Péter, Architect (Budapest - HU)
The Jury's citation: For the excellent building research and for conservation of the highest intellectual quality restoring the complete architectural unity in harmony with the colourful history of the church.
GPS:48°3'14.8" N; 22°44'54.7" E
Web, Links:

www.urti.org/media/l-eglise-calviniste-de-sonkad

Description:
The state of the village church, originally built in the 15th century and reconstructed in the 18th century, became dangerous to life. As a result of the 5 year long restoration work the building has been totally renewed both internally and externally. The walls have been fastened, new wooden ceiling and roof have been built. The gothic windows and doors have been reconstructed. The popular baroque style wall painting, the wooden ceiling and the furniture have been renewed.