When planning the design of the new sanctuary for The Church of the Apostles in Atlanta, GA, the architects were faced with the challenge of creating a Gothic Revival style building while matching existing architecture on site. Plenty of thought was given to what type of building materials would be successful in achieving these objectives. In the end, those involved were convinced that Vermont natural green slate was the appropriate choice.
"I think slate is a material that reflected that period of time," said Project Manager David Brown of Chegwidden, Dorsey, Holmes (CDH) Partners Inc. in Marietta, GA. "It has a very regal look and three-dimensional feel to it. It also wears well over a period of time." Working along with Brown on the project were Principle-In-Charge Bill Chegwidden, Project Designers Tom Smith and Tim Param, Interior Designer Sheila Pratt and Construction Manager Don Dangar.