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    Our Faith & Community Studio is passionately committed to designing faith-based and community-building spaces that encourage connections, foster a sense of belonging, and create spaces for reflection and growth

    Faith & Community

    View of Concordia University Chapel showing preserved garden wall, Spanish live oak trees, and glass chapel volume above.

    An architectural expression of Concordia’s faith and ecological stewardship, the Chapel preserves both the landscape and the spirit it was built to serve

    Concordia University Texas Chapel

    Austin, Texas

    Exterior view of Hasley Chapel at sunset, featuring large glass windows reflecting the natural creek and trees.

    A quiet sanctuary in the trees, shaped by memory, light, and landscape

    St. Andrew Methodist Church – Hasley Chapel

    Plano, Texas

    A student-centered hub designed to elevate spiritual life and social connection

    Dallas Theological Seminary – Chapel and Student Life Center

    Dallas, Texas

    A faith-driven venue shaped for celebration, reflection, and connection

    Life Austin Amphitheater

    Austin, Texas

    A flexible, modern campus nestled along a wooded creek in North Dallas

    Chase Oaks Church – Sloan Creek Campus

    Fairview, Texas

    Carefully placed along the slopes of Keller, this first phase sets the foundation for a campus that feels both expansive and grounded

    Milestone Church

    Keller, Texas

    A historic sanctuary restored with care, faith, and deep respect for its layered past

    St. Paul United Methodist Church

    Dallas, Texas

    By upcycling the original building and integrating it into a larger addition, the design reflects thoughtful stewardship and creative reuse.

    One Community Church – Plano Campus

    Plano, Texas

    With a larger sanctuary and a gracious new entry, the church invites congregants into a space that feels both familiar and renewed

    Good Shepherd Episcopal Church & School – Sanctuary Renovation

    Dallas, Texas

    With acoustic flexibility, immersive visuals, and intimate spatial flow, a new sanctuary elevates every aspect of the worship experience

    St. Andrew Methodist Church

    Plano, Texas

    First United Methodist Church of Richardson’s new campus brings together sacred space, community life, and education in a setting designed for spiritual and civic connection

    First United Methodist Church of Richardson

    Richardson, Texas

    A growing campus shaped around shared space, outdoor gathering, and everyday ministry

    Life Fellowship Church

    McKinney, Texas

    Rear view of the nave showcasing fan-shaped seating, stained glass at the altar, and a warm wood ceiling.

    Brick portals, rose windows, and clerestory light define a sanctuary shaped by purpose, procession, and permanence

    St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church

    Grand Prairie, Texas

    A refined renovation brings enhanced accessibility, updated technology, and renewed beauty to one of TCU’s most treasured spaces

    TCU – Robert Carr Chapel Renovation

    Fort Worth, Texas

    A century-old church at the gateway to the Dallas Arts District, reconnected and reimagined through a series of thoughtful design interventions

    First United Methodist Church of Dallas

    Dallas, Texas

    Our team is passionately committed to designing faith-based and community-building spaces that encourage connections, foster a sense of belonging, and create spaces for reflection and growth.

    We believe in the power of design to bring people together, enhance the human experience and to create lasting connections. Our team of design professionals is committed to understanding the unique needs and aspirations of our clients and translating those needs into innovative architectural solutions that inspire and enrich the community.

    Through careful planning and thoughtful design, we design spaces that not only serve practical functions but also foster a sense of unity and belonging. Whether designing a new place of worship, a community center, or a gathering space, our team approaches each project with creativity, sensitivity, and a deep understanding of the role that architecture plays in shaping the human experience.

    We believe that architecture has the potential to transform lives, strengthen communities, and to cultivate a sense of purpose and connection. We strive to create spaces that not only meet the needs of our clients, but also exceed their expectations.

    Our People

    • Jacquelyn Block

      Principal
      Director of Institutional Practice
    • Michael Lehr

      Associate Principal
      Studio Director
    • Mark Holsinger

      Associate Principal
      Design Director
    • Emily Mendez

      Associate
      Director of Sustainability / Interior Design Leader
    • Loren Boynton

      Senior Design Leader
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    • Dallas

      3030 Nowitzki Way, Suite 400
      Dallas, Texas 75219

      +1 (214) 303-1500

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    • Fort Worth

      1701 River Run, Suite 800
      Fort Worth, Texas 76107

      +1 (817) 303-1500

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    • Austin

      114 West 7th Street, Suite 200
      Austin, Texas 78701

      +1 (512) 807-0433

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