Project Description from Sparano + Mooney Architecture:
This
project began with a parish outreach and master planning phase led by Sparano +
Mooney Architecture to help determine the vision for the replacement of a
1960's church and rectory building. The program which developed included a new
church with seating for 800, a modern parish rectory and a long-term master
plan and revised parking layout. The church building includes a sanctuary with
sloping floors, fixed pews and a centralized altar and ambo, baptismal font at
the entrance, reconciliation chapel and chapel of reservation. Other components
include a contemporary day chapel with reclaimed elements from the former
church, a children's cry room, a hospitality room, parish office and meeting
rooms, and a large gathering space connecting to outdoor courtyard.
The unassuming and humble description does not even begin to
describe this architectural gems monumental gesture. No description could ever
fully capture the simple and powerful design that helped the small firm gain the
well-deserved AIA Utah Firm of the Year 2012 award. Sparano + Mooney once again
show us how good architecture if good business.
Panoramic of Main Assembly Space. Anne Mooney Pictured Right.
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