Material selection was intentional as well, utilizing Advantech sound-reducing plywood in high-performance areas. Meanwhile, a copper-clad steeple with an 8-ft cross was built at ground level and lifted into place using a custom-engineered pick point.

Meeting the auditorium’s state-of-the-art performance requirements required complete acoustical isolation from the rest of the building. This called for meticulous detailing between structural assemblies, MEP systems and architectural elements.

Layered ceiling systems, with a gypsum ceiling providing separation between the concrete deck and the acoustical tile ceiling, were paired with MEP systems mounted on sound isolation clips to minimize noise transfer.