The Bay Area Fellowship Church in Corpus Christi, Texas, is considered one of the fastest growing churches in the United States. The progressive, media-driven church undertook a two-phased construction project on a 90-acre (36-hectare) site to continue its growth. The recently concluded first phase included 92,000 square feet (8,547 m2) of worship and educational space.
To provide a contemporary look for the church, the project utilized more than 37,000 square feet (3,437 m2) of Metl-Span CF Architectural Wall Panels from Metl-Span, Lewisville, Texas.
BBA Architects, Brenham, Texas, was the architect for the project. “The design for the church reflects its need for a building that represents its nontraditional approach to ministry,” said Ben Boettcher, AIA, principal and project architect. “The church leaders were familiar with a prominent local project that used Metl-Span-the Corpus Christi Bayfront Arena-and liked the look.”
Budget considerations also drove the design. According to Darren Heine, AIA, lead project design architect: “We had large expanses of wall with no need for lots of interior finishing. The Metl-Span panels allowed us to keep the back side exposed with minimal studding. It was a very economical and attractive solution.”
Don Krueger Construction Co., Victoria, Texas, was the general contractor, and Engineered Metals Co., Kerrville, Texas, installed the panels.
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