Location: Winona, MN, USA

This is a unique building, something that has not been built since the 18th century in the U.S. “There’s a certain look we’re going after that hasn’t been built in 200 years. So, getting everyone up to speed with that, trying to understand what that is, while using modern technology, while using all the things we can to keep the costs down…So how to keep the spirit that we want without just wasting money. So it’s been a challenge.”

A lot of traditional and classic elements were added, such as masonry walls, to add a sense of permanence. “We want this building to be a reflection of what the church is…It’s the reason that’s motivated many past constructions in the past thousands of years. They wanted to build something that was a symbol…It’s something which we have no intention of leaving, and so we thought we’d make it that…And it helps as for the sound factors as well.

The Seminary is also a green and sustainable energy efficient building. Read More