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Eastview Christian Church*

Normal, IL

Worship Center Remodel*

  • 28,400 sf remodel

  • Updated flooring , acoustic panels, and baptistry finishes

  • Added side walls on stage for screens

Team Member

  • Anita Lanning, Project Manager & Interior Designer

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

Eastview’s 30 yr old worship center interior finishes needed an update. The existing acoustic panels were replaced with a variety of fabric wrapped, wood, and 3D shaped panels to help brake up the large wall. Wall sconces were added to add some light to the dark side and back walls. To decrease the width of the 80’ stage, new side walls were added with stone detailing and a dark finish to blend in when the screens are in use. Wood look flooring was added to the side stages and under the existing seating, while new carpet was laid in the aisles. The baptistry also got an update by re-finishing the pool, installing new tile, and re-finishing the surround.

Gymnasium / Junior High Space*

  • 25,500 sf addition

  • Stage for Junior High Worship with integrated audio, video, and lighting

  • 4 full size basketball courts

Team Member

  • Anita Lanning, Project Manager & Interior Designer

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

A gymnasium was added to support Eastview’s sports outreach program and add a space dedicated to Junior High Ministry. Careful acoustic design of this large room controls the sound of four simultaneous basketball games and supports music performances for high energy Junior High worship. Additional spaces included an electronic gaming room, restrooms, cardio/weight room, and storage. Custom graphics were created to identify each of the four courts while re-enforcing the church’s core values to visitors.

Kids Ministry Spaces*

  • 25,200 sf remodel & 7,300sf addition

  • themed graphic design elements for each grade

  • small & large group space for each grade

Team Member

  • Anita Lanning, Project Manager & Interior Designer

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

To make each grade level unique from one another, each of the kids rooms were designed with a themed environment appropriate for that age group. The rooms are large enough to have both large group and small group activities in the same space. The Preschool-1st grade room has a bright and cheery small town themed interior with large windows and movable small group divider walls. The 2nd-3rd grade space was designed to have a large artificial tree in the middle of the room with a treehouse themed stage for large group. Surrounding the stage are small group areas with fences as divider walls. The 4th-5th grade room has a foundry themed interior with a large tiered seating area for large group on the main floor and a balcony with small group rooms.

Sr. High Worship Space*

  • 10,800 sf remodel

  • re-purposed pews used in balcony

  • dedicated space for Sr. High gatherings

Team Member

  • Anita Lanning, Project Manager & Interior Designer

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

The existing gym was not ideal for Sr High worship and needed an update to improve the atmosphere. A wrap around balcony level was added with a fun spiral stair for access inside the room. The room includes space for a large 1200 seat worship experience and small group meetings. The interior design has a more industrial feel with the use of brick, reclaimed wood, and metal accents. Donated pews were incorporated into the design of the balcony to give it an eclectic feel.

Outdoor Amphitheater*

  • 9,500 sf courtyard

  • 170 seat amphitheater

  • built-in gas fire pits

Team Member

  • Anita Lanning, Project Manager & Designer

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

This project added an outdoor amphitheater and gathering space adjacent to the existing building, allowing the church to host small or large gatherings outside. The space has moveable furniture, built-in gas fie pits, and a 170 seat concrete amphitheater. It has become a popular spot for weddings and senior high events.

Atrium Addition & Remodel*

  • 13,000 sf addition

  • Two story atrium with gathering space

Team Member

  • Sarah Joos, Project Manager

Architect of Record

  • BLDD Architects, Inc.

 

In order to create a more welcoming and larger entrance on the first floor, a new 2 story addition was added to the building. This doubled the amount of gathering space and allowed space for more tables and chairs, a fireplace, and 2 cafe/dounut counters. A feature of the space is a 20 foot tall water feature which also serves as a baptismal pool.

 *Experience while employed at BLDD Architects, Inc

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