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St. Andrew Methodist Church – Hasley Chapel

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

Exterior view of Hasley Chapel at sunset, featuring large glass windows reflecting the natural creek and trees.
Exterior view of Hasley Chapel at sunset, featuring large glass windows reflecting the natural creek and trees.
Interior of Hasley Chapel with warm wood beams, stone walls, and large windows framing views of the creek and pond.
Interior of Hasley Chapel with warm wood beams, stone walls, and large windows framing views of the creek and pond.
Close-up view of Hasley Chapel's corner window, framing lush greenery and a creek outside.
Close-up view of Hasley Chapel's corner window, framing lush greenery and a creek outside.
Stage and altar area of Hasley Chapel, with a wooden cross, stone walls, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking the natural landscape.
Stage and altar area of Hasley Chapel, with a wooden cross, stone walls, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking the natural landscape.
Stained glass window detail of Hasley Chapel depicting a vibrant natural landscape, paired with an illuminated cross against a night sky.
Stained glass window detail of Hasley Chapel depicting a vibrant natural landscape, paired with an illuminated cross against a night sky.
Side view of Hasley Chapel at night, showcasing its modern facade with stone and glass elements.
Side view of Hasley Chapel at night, showcasing its modern facade with stone and glass elements.

Project Brief

GFF crafted a visionary 30-year master plan for St. Andrew Methodist Church’s 21-acre campus in Plano, Texas, which prominently featured the creation of the Hasley Chapel. The stand-alone chapel at St. Andrew Methodist Church’s 21-acre campus, is envisioned as a sanctuary that harmonizes with its stunning natural surroundings. Nestled in the scenic northwest corner, the chapel overlooks a tranquil creek and pond, creating a serene backdrop that invites reflection and worship.

The 300 seat Chapel is designed to foster intimacy and community and serves as a sacred space for weddings, funerals, worship services, and small conferences. It stands as a testament to the legacy of Rev. Robert Hasley, the founding pastor, his legacy, and his ministry.  Conceptualized as “a chapel in the woods,” with the seating oriented to the dramatic view of the creek and pond, echoing the tranquility of Robert’s cherished home in Arkansas. The simple floor plan guides people in a procession from the glass entrance on the south, through the narthex, into the chapel and view beyond where nature and architecture converge. 

Crafted from natural materials like wood and stone, the chapel embodies warmth and invitation, seamlessly blurring the boundaries between the outdoors and the sacred interior. 

Faith & Community

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

St. Paul United Methodist Church

Dallas, 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

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

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

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

Sandra Beer

Senior Project Leader

elevating human experience

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