Facts

Location  |  Austin TX

Year Completed  |  2012

Type of Project  |  Master Planning; New Construction

Services Performed  |  Full Architectural Services

Contractor  |  Rizzo Construction Inc.

Photos  |  Dror Baldinger

Thoughts

To accommodate the needs of a rapidly expanding congregation in a blossoming suburb of Austin, we were commissioned to design a state-of-the-art, 1,200-seat worship hall. This new addition sits thoughtfully adjacent to the church’s existing chapel and multipurpose building, effectively transforming the site into a unified and cohesive campus. A primary architectural goal was to provide the church with a more commanding presence at the street level, establishing it as a local landmark while ensuring the building’s scale and aesthetic remained respectful of the surrounding residential neighborhood.

The spiritual journey begins at the threshold, where parishioners are greeted by magnificent 10-foot-tall custom bronze doors that signal a transition into a sacred environment. Upon entering, the interior unfolds as a masterfully curated landscape of textures, where wood, stone, steel, fabric, and glass work in effortless harmony to create a sense of both strength and serenity. This rich palette of materials is further elevated by strategically placed clerestory windows, which bathe the sanctuary in natural light throughout the day. These architectural details work together to heighten the spiritual experience, creating a luminous and inviting atmosphere that serves the congregation’s needs for both modern worship and quiet reflection.   

Awards

Central Texas Masonry Contractors Association  |  2014 Golden Trowel Honorable Mention