‘Mormon Land’: The best and worst of Latter-day Saint temple designs
Prominent architect Allen Roberts, who worked on many of the faith’s most sacred buildings, discusses these “Houses of the Lord” in the wake of the Provo Temple redesign.
(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
The Cardston Alberta Temple is one of architect Allen Roberts' favorite temples.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.