Nomi Design

Trinity Hill Methodist

Scope of Work: Redesign of Existing Stage Area, Fabrication

When Trinity Hill Methodist church contacted NOMI to assist in the renovation of their sanctuary, we were thrilled to discover the natural beauty and architectural significance that the existing space contained. Built in 1966, the church’s sanctuary has a magnificent octagonal form, that is spaciously lifted by a clerestory row of beautiful stained-glass windows. The windows allow light to flood into space while highlighting the expansive wood ceiling.

Behind the pulpit, and across the back wall is the newly designed focus of the sanctuary, the Cross Wall. When the congregation at Trinity Hill asked for a new Cross to be constructed, we thought the wall behind the cross needed to engage both the cross and the congregation with an installation of light and mystique. We felt the wall could activate the cross itself, by creating a void in which the cross would float in front of and be bathed in light.

The wall itself created it’s own narrative by incorporating a series of biblical phrases and clauses from the bible to script a meaningful set of reminders of alongside the cross. The wall is set of walnut planks of differing depths that creates a texture of light and shadows across the back wall that echoes the warmth and tones of the original wood ceiling.

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⇒ Melody Farris Jackson, LEEP AP, Planning and Programming Coordinator

There's just something about architects who not only have the ability to design, but also have the gift to physically create.