eagle's nest foundation
first united methodist church
mills river united methodist church
mystic river
the pavilion at the point
eagle's nest master plan
mills river united methodist church
The original sanctuary no longer provided sufficient room for this growing congregation and served as the impetus for a long-range master plan. A 400-seat sanctuary, located to the south of the existing facility, represents phase one of the church's expansion plans. Later phases include choir space and church offices, a fellowship hall and kitchen, and renovation of the existing fellowship hall for expanded education facilities.
The sanctuary design captures the strength and simplicity of the circa 1860 National Register listed sanctuary, allowing the older building to maintain its prominence and importance on the site. Materials and stylistic elements are borrowed and adapted, giving the new building a clear association with the old. Building orientation and massing are configured so that the integrity and importance of the older building, earmarked for use as a chapel, is maintained.
The interior of the sanctuary reflects the simplicity of the historic sanctuary. Clerestory and dormer windows bathe the interior in natural light, complemented by a lantern over the chancel. A tall window behind the altar, primarily of opaque glass, provides a focus for the worship space. The clear glass of the cross highlights the window, creating a dramatic effect from both the interior and the exterior. Pews wrap the chancel on three sides providing a strong sense of congregational unity without losing the tradition of a center aisle.
Horse Shoe, North Carolina
The original sanctuary no longer provided sufficient room for this growing congregation and served as the impetus for a long-range master plan. A 400-seat sanctuary, located to the south of the existing facility, represents phase one of the church's expansion plans. Later phases include choir space and church offices, a fellowship hall and kitchen, and renovation of the existing fellowship hall for expanded education facilities.
The sanctuary design captures the strength and simplicity of the circa 1860 National Register listed sanctuary, allowing the older building to maintain its prominence and importance on the site. Materials and stylistic elements are borrowed and adapted, giving the new building a clear association with the old. Building orientation and massing are configured so that the integrity and importance of the older building, earmarked for use as a chapel, is maintained.
The interior of the sanctuary reflects the simplicity of the historic sanctuary. Clerestory and dormer windows bathe the interior in natural light, complemented by a lantern over the chancel. A tall window behind the altar, primarily of opaque glass, provides a focus for the worship space. The clear glass of the cross highlights the window, creating a dramatic effect from both the interior and the exterior. Pews wrap the chancel on three sides providing a strong sense of congregational unity without losing the tradition of a center aisle.
Horse Shoe, North Carolina
