Through the development of a master plan with BLDD, Calvary began as a two-phase construction project and moved into their current building after completing the first phase in 2002. Phase One was split into two sections, a north wing and east wing. The north wing contains offices, the preschool and classrooms. The east wing holds the worship center, youth area and kitchen. They are connected in the center by the Atrium.
Phase Two, a 20,000 s.f. addition, was designed to be a multi-purpose space for athletics, worship, fellowship, recreation and play. The upper level is designed with a children’s play area, and a coffee bar and welcome desk. An existing storage room was remodeled into an intimate chapel. The lower level is designed with gathering and classroom space for junior and senior high age groups.
- Children's play area
- Coffee bar
- Welcome desk
- Green Room
- Music Spaces
- Classroom space for junior/senior high age groups
The flexible design is used for athletics, worship, fellowship, recreation and play. The upper-level green room and music spaces were designed to connect directly to the back of the chancel for optimal use during worship service.
Hope Church is a 41,882 g.s.f. multi-functional worship facility which includes a 650-seat auditorium that uses drama, multi-media, and contemporary music to deliver a dynamic message. A 10,000 s.f. gym and new classrooms offer spaces for the church's youth and children ministries. Additionally, a centralized office and fellowship spaces provide a place to gather information and meet and greet visitors. This phase 1 project is part of a 110,000 s.f. master plan for the 40-acre site.
Built in 1925, the historic First United Methodist Church of Lincoln, IL, was renovated to restore their aging facilities and add a new accessible entryway and lobby. The new main lobby welcomes visitors with an open and inviting atmosphere that uses the exterior walls of the previous courtyard to blend the historic with the modern design.
Geneseo First United Methodist Church asked BLDD to develop a master plan for its downtown location, which is adjacent to a residential area and the City Center. This challenging site included multiple city blocks and required building additions and renovations. In order to accomplish these goals, a phased master plan was created. This plan supports growth in all church ministry areas including: worship, gathering and christian education space for all age groups.