SIEBENLIST ARCHITECTS GUIDING GLORIOUS GROWTH IN MIAMI
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G building
rowth
unlocks
exciting
opportunities.
Having
witnessed
numerous
dedications,
Siebenlist
Architects knows the ins and outs of construction,
especially
church
projects. The need for more space is a blessing and the challenges that come with growth are part of the journey. Siebenlist Architects respect each client’s needs as if they were their own. Siebenlist’s team actually seeks out and enjoys the camaraderie of teaming up with congregations to make their construction dreams a reality. At times the building process is not as straight forward as it seems. However, with the right expert as your partner, all bumps in the road will be smoothed out and before you know it you’ll be holding the new keys to your shining new project.
Building with a Purpose If we build it, will they come? Reaping the fruits of full potential
Siebenlist.
church building projects caught the
requires congregations to ponder
All churches have unique building
attention of The Tabernacle of Glory
many questions during the quest for
needs which require a strategic
spreading the Good Word as far as
process guided by a dedicated
Directing the explosive growth of
possible. Growth enables church
architect. Similar to the biblical
this young Church is a rising star and
bodies to share the Word which leads
“Romans Road”, building projects
an incredibly dynamic leader and
to another question:
have a definitive sequence that allow
speaker, Pastor Gregory Toussaint.
in Miami.
“How do we lead our church
for the best possible outcome while
through a building campaign? Can
staying true to the personality of the
successfully completed projects of all
we afford it?”
congregation, its needs and mission.
types and sizes from Albuquerque to
“A conscientious architect won’t allow a church to fall into or become
Miami Miracle in the Making Being
certified
nationally
Siebenlist
has
continually
and
Miami, and beyond, with recognition
with
achieved
in
various
chained to a burdensome project”
licensing in 17 states, Siebenlist
and
says
Architect’s
stellar background in building, The
Siebenlist
founder
Buddy
spectacular
niche
in
magazines.
publications
Even
with
this
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A conscientious architect won’t allow a church to fall into or become chained to a burdensome project.
BUDDY SIEBENLIST Principal Siebenlist Architects
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Tabernacle of Glory presented Buddy
to make it all come together.
Tabernacle of Glory ensured that everyone
will
remain
connected
with the challenge of a fast growing
On the outside, a tall tower will
congregation that demanded top
encase a cascading waterfall below
during services. A 65-foot LED video
notch construction guidance for an
a flame accenting the churches
wall in the Worship Center backs up
almost $17 million budget covering
“TG” initials. The rounded shell of
the commitment that all who come
60,000 square feet.
building flows freely into terraced
will surely experience the blessings
While other project types are taken
and partitioned side walls wrapping
of the Lord in sound, sight, and Spirit.
on with equal dedication, Siebenlist
around toward the rear. A creatively
Going All Out For God’s Glory
shines in the church building sector
curved and elongated eave hangs
“‘The silver is mine and the gold is
with cutting edge expertise. With a
high above over the spacious main
mine,’ declares the Lord Almighty”
seating capacity of almost 3,000, The
entrance and terrific transom window.
is posted on Tabernacle of Glory’s
Tabernacle of Glory space required a
With a phenomenal audio system,
web site. And so it follows that The
“going big” attitude while respecting
holograms, backlit ceiling, and top
Tabernacle of Glory, in keeping with
the spirit of a close knit church family
end video and lighting system, The
the Lord’s Great Commission, set ArchitectBlueprint.com™ | 5
out on a bold mission to continue
Tabernacle of Glory who was granted
project as a matter of professionalism.
promoting and spreading the gospel
an increase in project size over the
As a result, Buddy declares that
of Christ to their community, nation,
original permit to accommodate the
“Siebenlist Architects has never had to
and the world with a bold building
blessing of expanding project scope.
redesign or rework a project.” He also
Specializing in church projects,
stated that “Architects must respect
endeavor. Although zoning variances can be tough to get, Buddy assisted 6 | ArchitectBlueprint.com™
Buddy
ensures
flexibility
by
the budget. It’s about reputation and
developing a master plan for every
not hurting the church.” That mindset
has been the central theme Buddy
as predictable as other project types”
respecting the individuality of each
lives and works by.
he says. In many cases a typical
congregation.
With 25 years under his belt
architect’s work can be recognized
There is a higher standard that
churches
by its style and materials. Due to the
must be met in these circumstances,
Buddy explains that there is more
uniqueness of each and every church
it’s
to it than guarding the integrity of a
body, Buddy avoids “canned” and
transparency. Buddy ensures all
budget. “Church expansions are not
“cookie cutter” project plans thereby
church projects he oversees include
exclusively
designing
called
an
accounting
via
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all stakeholders so that costs are
transcends brick and mortar and thus
with committees, and keep projects
balanced
and
the
the driving force behind any growth
moving forward all while remaining
decisions
are
made.
must reflect that core belief.
conscientious to the congregation’s
Architects
understand
well-informed Siebenlist that
the
As
Buddy
instructed,
properly
goals.”
body of believers are investing in
budgeting in advance guarantees
Buddy was honored to serve as the
the Kingdom of God and as such,
that funds needed to “do” the ministry
Architect Consultant to the Southern
creatively can bring beauty without
remain well after the church building
Baptists of Texas Convention, utilizing
a burdensome price tag. After all,
is completed. To preserve church
his experience in church master
beauty is often found in simplicity.
unity, Buddy reminds us that the
planning, design, construction, and
church is the body of believers.
development to assist the needs of
Beyond Brick and Mortar Buildings serve people. People
“Over 90% of church projects have
many churches. Buddy has overseen
make up congregations. The church
many people involved. Architects
$500,000 to $20,000,000 projects
body serves a higher purpose that
must be conversant, effectively deal
and understands that “plate capital”
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can be a limiting, yet promising,
expansion and new construction
Good Questions to Ask
resource of growth at the same time.
dreams. No matter what path you
When Planning Your Project
As founder of Siebenlist Architects,
choose, the first step is establishing
Would more space or renovations
Buddy “sees the big picture” when it
solid relationships - with trust as the
best fit your needs? How much growth
comes to the vision of church project
foundational bedrock.
is realistic? Will your current location
criteria while also attending to an
Great
outcomes
embarking
great
array of details that comes with every
teams.
unique project.
building project of your own, be sure
on
a
suffice or is new land in the cards to accommodate development? For
your
faith-based
project
Begin Your Project on
your team consists of true experts
and more, reach out to Siebenlist
the Bedrock of Trust
who are up front and transparent in
Architects to benefit from their many
their dealings.
decades worth of church construction
As with every Siebenlist Architects’ project,
Before
require
Buddy
has
successfully
Here
are
a
few
fundamental
expertise, that spans master planning,
partnered with owners and numerous
questions Buddy has guided many
design, development, acoustics and
other professionals on the path of
clients with.
facilities management.
What's Your Architectural Dream? Siebenlist Architects is a full-service firm specializing in faith-based projects across the United States.
Siebenlist Architects, Inc. Tyler, Texas p: 903.521.6028 info@siebenlist.com www.siebenlist.com
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