How will the proposed project fit on the site and what will it look like next to the Old Church?
The Newman Center Construction Advisory Team has been looking for solutions to these questions, and is open to suggestions. Although we have considered trying to acquire more property, the reality is that the Newman Center is land locked, and may not have the opportunity to purchase additional land. Like most of downtown Tempe, land is at a premium and development is going vertical. Therefore, careful consideration is being given to:· preserving the historic Old Church· preserving the open courtyard· retaining as much of the original design of the main chapel and adoration chapel as possible and· providing a harmonious transition from old to new uses.The general shape of the new building will fit roughly within the footprint of the existing 1962 L-shaped building and parking areas. The general massing is intended to retain the Old Church, new adoration chapel and new main chapel as the focal point for the campus. The height of the building will be dictated by the amount of room require
