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In conclusion, the phenomenological experience within religious structures is created by using and modifying elements within and around the

building to create a certain atmosphere that is individual to the user experience. Believers of a faith would undoubtedly link the sensations and

feelings created by the space to a higher power, yet for those who don’t believe in God the space and experience can feel equally as important.

As shown from the Church of the Light by Ando, a modern religious space can be minimalist and still retain aspects related to the overwhelming

presence of God using both natural light and shadows to create an intricate interior that entices users in. On the other hand, Al-Aziz mosque

architecture and design focuses on bringing the written words of God alive to as a personification, making users reflect on themselves and forget about the worldly matters whilst reading the calligraphy that leads them around the sacred space. Although these two studies contain aspects in

their design related to phenomenological experience, the differences between them both is directly related to their ideology of what a spiritual

space should feel like. However because the experience of these spaces is decided by the individual user, the atmosphere resonating may differ

from the architect's original idea.

As a result, the changes in ideas throughout the different religions to how these spiritual spaces should be design combined with clashing of a

global culture, modern contemporary religious structure become more individualised representing not more so an idea of morality and a place to

show vulnerability but rather a place to connect and unite with many different people gathering in one space. Architects that design these spaces

know how manipulating the natural elements such as light can create a positive experience especially in a place where the sacred presence of

God should be on display for worshippers to see. Therefore the positive phenomenological experience and unique perspective of these spaces

becomes extremely important as it bridges the gap for some users to feel the presence of God within them, knowing that in this space spiritually

God is listening to their prayers. For those who do not believe in God however, the space may become more important as a way to understand

and appreciate others' beliefs and values with themselves growing and changing from experiencing the space.