St. Julie Billiart
Large clerestory arches at the church and a barrel vault roof over the narthex define give this parish complex its distinctive character. Located on an existing site next to the original church this building program included a 1,000 seat church with overflow seating for 200, a 50 seat day chapel, narthex and renovation of the original church for a parish hall. The sanctuary area is defined by the central arched structure and is illuminated with the clerestory windows. The main seating areas of
the antiphonal layout are ringed with continuous bands of windows at the ceiling. Interior finishes include exposed masonry and stained wood decking ceiling.
Project Cost: $3,850,000
Site Location: Tinley Park, IL
Completion Date: 1995