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- One of the principal contributions of the architect was to find this facility and negotiate for its purchase by the local congregation.
- Extensive changes were made to meet code and the Church's needs.
- Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ
- Harrisburg PA

- The windows of this church were covered with plywood.
- When removed the stained glass turned out to be of a beautiful design inspired by renowned glass maker Tiffany.
- Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ
- Harrisburg PA

- This Dome (80 feet high) has a Valance with blue cathode curved light (a predecessor to fluorescent). The light is radiant and beautiful.
- Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ
- Harrisburg PA

- This project called for removing all paving in a two block area around the two historic markets, and replacing them with paving bricks.
- The granite curbs were reset with pedestrian curb cuts; 35% were replaced with new stones from the same Vermont quarry.
- Harrisburg PA

- This High School Stadium, built with precast concrete, seats about 2000 fans.
- At the top of the hill there is a Public Plaza.
- An Accessible Walk goes around to the Visiting Stands.
- This building resulted in two significant changes to the Minnesota Building Code related to stairways and railings.
- Mendota Heights MN

- Electrical Engineering: Emanuelson Podas

- This project called for the demolition of two large outdated Classrooms and Offices, and created three Multi-use Classrooms that include Special Project and Computer Areas.
- Visitation School
- Mendota Heights MN

- Engineers: Emanuelson Podas
- Contractor: C.F. Haglin & Sons

- The design for this project was developed based on a well considered Program.
- This addition consists of a Social Hall, a small Meeting Room usable as a Chapel, and a Large School Gym/Banquet Hall with a large Kitchen.
- Church of the Seven Dolors
- Albany MN

- With YHR Architects

- Shown is a Gym Class, but the room is equally comfortable for a fancy Wedding Reception.
- The flat area of the ceiling is actually a valance to hide the indirect light, and also a way of controlling the acoustics of the space.
- Church of the Seven Dolors
- Albany MN

- With YHR Architects

- The original handmade solid brick was matched, enabling traditional detailing throughout.
- Other unique details include custom woodwork and curved, cove-style indirect lighting throughout.
- Church of the Seven Dolors
- Albany MN

- With YHR Architects