Canadian architect Siamak Hariri won the competition to design the Bahá’í House of Worship for South America with a proposal that goes beyond architecture to deeply move its visitors. The most recent of the eight Bahá’í temples around the world, it draws inspiration from organic forms found in nature and takes the shape of a luminous dome.

Each of the nine wings forming the dome is arranged like a petal, with an outer layer of cast glass and an inner layer of translucent marble. These converge at the dome’s zenith, where an inscription reads: “O Thou Glory of the Most Glorious!”

Its location on a hillside in Peñalolén, along with beautifully landscaped gardens designed by Juan Grimm, reflective pools, and walking paths, create an atmosphere of contemplation and serenity. Since its inauguration in 2016, the temple has welcomed countless visitors of all faiths and backgrounds.