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.
In addition, the lower-level classrooms were renovated to accommodate growth in their daycare program. The restrooms were enlarged and made accessible. The sanctuary was enhanced with new finishes, and a wheelchair lift was added to make the chancel accessible.
- 10,000 s.f. renovation
- 4,300 s.f. addition
- Existing stained-glass windows were preserved/installed as part of the new design
- Accessible entry and lobby
- Renovated daycare classrooms
- Wheelchair lift for chancel accessibility
- Sanctuary renovation
West Side Christian Church (WSCC) located in Springfield, IL, is a growing congregation looking to serve God and their community in bigger ways. WSCC worked with the religious design experts at BLDD to complete a master plan that facilitates their growth through the expansion of their Kids Ministry space, the creation of a new entryway, a large worship center, and environmental graphics to increase visibility and branding.
BLDD designed a new facility to replace Bethany’s existing church and to provide much needed space for this growing congregation. The 50-acre site was master planned for 1,200 parking spaces with site amenities including a water feature, vehicular circulation, softball field, soccer field, and a picnic shelter.
Central Christian Church needed additional space for an expanding daycare/day school program, additional office space, a new main entry, a parlor, additional fellowship area and handicapped accessibility of all areas. The new main entry is situated on the expanded parking area side of the site to more conveniently accommodate today’s congregation.