Designers of Distictive Churches since 1965.

Over 80% of our project history is churches.  Since 1965 We have designed churches for virtually every Christian denomination.  As church design specialists, we understand that the church is a ministry to the congregation and community. Determining the ministry needs of the church will determine the building design needs. Some criteria to consider are:

• Symbolism – through a variety of elements, such as, windows, furniture, roof, shapes, and spires.

• Art and Talents – painting, sculpture, and stained glass.

• Friendliness - large visible entry with lots of glass.

• Fellowship – fellowship hall with kitchen.

• Altar & Sacraments - prominently placed.

• Other rituals – prominently planned and placed.

• Sports - facilities, such as a gym, softball and soccer fields.

• Christian Education – Sunday School, Parochial School, or Day Care.

• Senior Citizens and People with Special Needs – barrier free facilities with hearing aids and visual aids, senior citizens housing, and special care facilities.

• Music - choir, orchestra, and instruments.

• Parishioner involvement in worship – sometimes semi-circular seating.

• Drama & Concerts - special lighting/audio effects.

Other areas considered during the design process:

• Provide allowance for necessary items which are not included in the contract.

• Consider maintenance factor of building materials.

• Energy efficiency – building products, as well as mechanical and electrical equipment.

• Renovations – to existing buildings to make them more pleasing, aesthetically functional, maintenance free, and energy efficient.

• New renovations are adaptive to new uses, and historical beauty is preserved.

Here is a sample of some of the more prominent churches we have designed since 1965