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First Congregational Church - Phase I and Phase II Addition and Renovation

Phase I: 15,675 sq ft New Facility; Phase II: 16,111 sq ft Addition and Renovation, Boulder, Colo

Two blocks north of the Pearl Street Mall rests the oldest church in Boulder. The First Congregational Church is recognized by its hand carved stone walls, stately bell tower and stained glass windows. The building is not only a place of worship, but an historic treasure for the town. Located on the property is a small masonry carriage house that is one of the sixth oldest buildings in Boulder.

Phase I construction of a new Christian education building adjacent to the property’s historic treasures presented many challenges. The new building was designed to blend with the historic architecture, yet create a sense of new vitality for the congregation. Equally important was an obligation to build an environmentally friendly facility. The building committee chose ground source heat technology for the mechanical systems. The new building houses a chapel, administrative offices, Christian education and fellowship space.

Phase II of the First Congregational Church project encompassed a complete interior renovation of the original structure. Even the original organ pipes were restored. The building systems were upgraded and integrated with systems in the neighboring building. Phase II also included infilling the 5,000 sq ft courtyard between the original church and Christian Education Building. The new infill structure has three classrooms, a lobby and hallway.
Design by SLATERPAULL Architects
Owner represented by jonescorp
Phase I Images © Jackie Shumaker Photography
Phase II Images © Joel Eden Photography

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