Strang is designing a 53,000 s.f. addition and remodeling to the First United Methodist Church facility in downtown Madison. The outdated existing facility can no longer accommodate the needs of the growing congregation. Since the congregation is committed to staying in downtown Madison, the design team developed creative ways to collaborate with the adjacent landowner to maximize the use of the confined urban site.

The expansion will improve the overall massing and composition of the facility by embracing the forms, materials and geometry of the existing sanctuary. The project also will improve the exterior and interior entry sequence to the facility. Additional spaces include an enlarged gathering area (narthex); a new Fellowship Hall and Kitchen; new, flexible multipurpose classrooms and youth area; music rehearsal rooms; preschool; library; church office and a light-filled chapel on the top floor.

Awards and Recognition
2008 Award of Excellence for Liturgical projects, from the International Interior Design Association, Wisconsin Chapter