Seattle Washington Temple
[2] Due to its proximity to the Bellevue Airfield, the proposed height of the spire was reduced, and a red strobe warning light was installed at the base of the angel Moroni statue.[6] The temple's architecture reflects both the cultural heritage of the Seattle region and the spiritual significance to the church.The structure stands five stories tall, constructed with reinforced concrete faced with white aggregate and cast stone.[6][7] The exterior is characterized by a single spire topped with a statue of the angel Moroni, elements which were each chosen for their symbolic significance and alignment with temple traditions.One journalist who visited during the open house described the celestial room as being “the most beautiful of all the areas…Carpeted in the palest gold, beautifully furnished and lighted by the most magnificent chandelier known to man, this place must be as close to heaven as any place on Earth.” [9] The design uses elements representing Latter-day Saint symbols, which provide deeper spiritual meaning to the temple's appearance and function.[10] The temple plays a role in both educating and spiritually uplifting the community of church members in Washington.