Hallgrimskirkja Church

Samuelson's design design was meant to resemble the basalt lava flows that are common in Iceland’s landscape. 

The Hallgrimskirkja Church is in Reykjavik, Iceland.  This modern cathedral is inspired by Icelandic traditions. Construction began in 1954, and it took 38 years to complete. With a 73 meter tower, the design by architect Gudjon Samuelson was commissioned in 1937.