Church Pavilion, Saint John's Abbey

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CHURCH PAVILION, SAINT JOHN'S ABBEY

Location: Collegeville, Minnesota

Marcel Breuer’s Abbey Church complex included an Upper and Lower Church and monastic Chapter House. The new 9,200 square foot project includes the renovation of the existing Chapter House, a new two-level lobby addition with a gallery space. The addition creates a new accessible entry and connection to the Upper Church. The new stair uses delicate lattice-like steel railings to bring light to the lower level of the addition. The project uses material and details to connect new and old – respectfully expanding on Breuer’s work.