Two Cities Church Community Building

( North Carolina · USA · 2023)

INSTITUTIONAL//COMMUNITY

Two Cities Church is a new church facility of nearly 50,000 SF.
The building is on one of the most difficult sites in Winston-Salem, and is extending the downtown district North, to an underdeveloped area of Winston-Salem.
It has church offices, kids classrooms, and seating to accommodate over 1,000 attendees.

CREDITS.

DESIGN TEAM.

STANLEY SOUTH, TINA LI

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE.

DREAMS AND CO.

3D ILLUSTRATIONS.

CUBE AND TUBE

PHOTOGRAPHER.

JOSH SHAAW

The Two Cities Church project involved the construction of a new 50,000 square foot facility on one of Winston-Salem's notably challenging sites. This multifunctional building extends the downtown district northward into a previously underdeveloped area.

ABOUT.

AREA.

12048 SQFT · 1120 SQM

ROOMS.

40 ROOMS

HIGHLIGHTS.

POOL · SPA · 2 RESTAURANT

The project faced significant site constraints, including a partial floodplain, brownfield remediation requirements, and a steeply sloped terrain. Despite these challenges, the design successfully integrates the building into its complex environment.

This comprehensive facility consolidates the church's operations, which were previously spread across multiple locations. It includes a main sanctuary seating for over 1,000 attendees, church offices, and classrooms for children and students.

The design prioritizes functionality and comfort, balancing the need for a spacious, multi-use environment with budget constraints. Natural light is maximized throughout the building, creating welcoming spaces that serve the diverse needs of the congregation.

This project demonstrates how thoughtful architectural design can overcome site challenges while creating a versatile community space that meets a wide range of functional requirements.