Converging Cultures

I saw a good example of converging culture in architecture when I visited the Downtown Presbyterian Church.  The Church is designed after ancient Egypt artistic conventions, which were revisited during an Egyptian revival period.  This Church mixes strong Egyptian influences with Christian ideas.  Crosses are shaped in a way to fit with the Egyptian style.  The logo printed on the bibles also has a ancient hieroglyphic feel.  However, the pillars with papyrus depictions and the geometric patterns used throughout the Church are very Egypt specific, with no Christian influence.  Overall, the building is a mix of artistic styles, but most importantly the experience is a mix of two very different cultures.  In many ways, I would never have guessed the two would have been mixed so deliberately, especially in a Church setting.  (one God vs. polytheism)