GREEK HELLENIC CENTER
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This social hall, administrative and education building in downtown Charleston SC replaces the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity’s existing facilities and is a new 26,000 SF companion building to the historic byzantine church: simple in detail and respectful in placement and height. A large commercial kitchen serves the new social hall space, which seats over 340 people. Separation of space between structures maintains the church’s classical siting. The height and mass are broken into smaller units, responsive to the church and surroundings. The new structure is modern in juxtaposition to the byzantine church and restrained in its presentation of exterior materials, brick, western red cedar and glazing. Subtle references to the church are reflected in the masonry detailing. These details provide a striking but subtle design that complements the historic structure while still providing an innovative architectural approach. Taking cues from the historic church building, which is individually listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the new building’s design strives to provide a simple balance between old and new. Project completed in collaboration with Bello Garris Architects.
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2022 AIA South Carolina Merit Award
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