The facilities Master Plan is the first of five stages of architectural work to translate the programmatic vision into realistic facility improvements to support the vision. The Master Plan is the result of many months of interaction between the architect, Quinn Evans of Ann Arbor, and the Planning Group of the Facilities Implementation Group, representing Session and the congregation.

The Master Plan is a road map for potential facility modifications and expansions that provides architecturally sound concepts, not finished designs. It does not limit future changes that will be necessitated by engineering studies, or future budget considerations. The Master Plan does not include a financing plan or time line for implementation.

As presented, the Master Plan includes five "scope packages", or construction packages, which in total include major improvements to every part of the present building, as well as considering a significant expansion of space to support the programmatic needs to grow ministries deeper and wider in future years. If the entire Master Plan were to be implemented, it would roughly double the floor space of our present building. In addition, the Master Plan includes consideration of traffic flow throughout the property and additional parking spaces on the Hill Street lot.

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Scope Package 1 - Remodel the entire center of the building to (1) provide a large gathering space that would be more welcoming, (2) add a 3-story wing on the north side that will include covered drop-off at the new entrance and added children's education space, and (3) redesign the pastoral and administrative space for more efficient staff work. (Detail picture)

Scope package 2 - Further remodeling of the present interior by (1)relocating the present interior staircases to an exterior space with new stairs and a new elevator to all floors, replacing the present lift to the Social Hall, (2) providing a much larger entry to the Sanctuary from the expanded Welcome Center, and (3) remodel the adjacent Lemon Wing floors for flexible meeting rooms and other improvements. (Detail picture)

Scope package 3 - Improve the Nave by (1) extending the Washtenaw entrance for added space for the Narthex and worship storage needs, (2) making improvements to the Chancel and Sanctuary for flooring, lighting, and other needs, and (3) considering a new driveway at the Washtenaw entrance for better access for seniors and others. (Detail picture)

Scope package 4 - Extend the south end of the Lemon Wing to (1) redesign the Campus Ministry space for major improvements to expand this ministry for scheduled worship events, as well as "after hours" activities, (2) expand and remodel the 4th floor Music Department area, and (3) provide access to the potential new Multi-Purpose Wing from all floors with added stairs and elevators. (Detail picture)

Scope package 5 - Add an entire new wing to include a very spacious, two-story Social Hall with a suitable kitchen, and in the lower level provide for a much more welcoming Triangle Nursery, plus other rooms requiring flexible space, such as for the Stephen Ministry. (Detail picture)

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