Notre-Dame du Raincy

Notre-Dame du Raincy is an early 20th-century Catholic church located in Raincy, France. Designed by architects Auguste and Georges Despré, it is notable for its innovative use of reinforced concrete, which allowed for large open interior spaces and large stained glass windows that fill the church with natural light. Completed in 1923, its modernist style combines functionality with aesthetic simplicity, emphasizing the unity of structure and decoration. The church is considered a pioneering example of modern church architecture, blending traditional religious elements with new construction methods and materials.