Lay A Sure Foundation
If you've been given the task of leading your church
through a major construction project, you've likely got a lot on your mind.
Where do we start?
What's a realistic budget?
How much money can we raise?
Whats the most cost
effective way to build?
How can we get a building
that supports our ministries?
How long will it take?
What risks do we face?
Why isnt our building
committee more effective?
It CAN be overwhelming!
Sparks-Grizzard Construction can help. We provide
answers and guidance for all phases of a building project, from committee
leadership to master planning to completion. Experts from many sectors -
architecture, engineering, construction, fundraising, financing, acoustics and
lighting - are on hand to lead committees and answer questions.
Sparks-Grizzard Construction specializes in
designing and building churches. Over the past few years Sparks-Grizzard has
helped over 100 churches plan, design, and build their dreams. So far this year
we have 18 churches underway. Among the most beneficial "lessons"
learned thus far are as follows:
A capital
stewardship campaign is likely going to be necessary when a church's building
fund needs are more than 1.5 times greater than its annual giving.
Designing
for multiple uses can dramatically reduce construction costs.
One
parking space is needed for every two to 2 1/2 seats.
Between 12
and 15 square feet of sanctuary space is recommended per person, depending on
worship style.
An effective
design "wraps a building around" your ministry rather than
"forcing it into" a building.
Average
Christians give 2.8% of their gross income to their churches.
Design/build
projects are completed an average of 33% quicker - and for 6% less money, plus
any cost differences in design price - than architect/bid projects, according
to a Penn State University study sponsored by the Construction Industry
Institute.
For more information about the services
Sparks-Grizzard Construction, Inc. can provide for your church, please call
(770) 979-5220.
Were here to help!