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June 13, 2006
Inside the Strong Place Church
The Open House at the Strong Place Church in Cobble Hill made for a fascinating afternoon, according to attendees (we were out of town at a family reunion). One visitor who spoke with the architect reiterated the team's intention to salvage as much as possible; unfortunately, the plaster ceiling won't make the cut, as recent rain has damaged it beyond repair. Another interesting bit of news is that Landmarks OK'd a small addition to the back left side of the church that won't exceed the current height. Contrary to LPC's original directive that the addition should be modern, it will be done in contextual materials.
One Last Look Inside [Brownstoner]
Top Two Photos by Benjamin Arnow
Next Three Photos by Anne Bernstein
Bottom Photo by John Young
Comments
Beautiful
Posted by: Kel at June 13, 2006 10:03 AM
My wife and I went in on Sunday and took a look around. It really is a beautiful church. It's a shame that it has fallen into such a state of disrepair. I spoke to someone from the architect there as well, and from what they are saying, it appears that this is going to be a stunning restoration(I am prepared to eat crow for my unkind words on some of the photos on their website).
Also, they said that this project has the green light from all the necessary parties (including LPC) and they will begin work soon. It's going to be fun to watch the progress.
Posted by: grendel at June 13, 2006 10:11 AM
It looks great. Would someone please let me know where the exact location of the church is? Thank you very much.
Posted by: anon at June 13, 2006 1:59 PM
The church is best seen on Degraw between Strong and Henry in Cobble Hill. It's up the street from the Met Foods at Henry and Degraw.
Posted by: cobblestoner at June 13, 2006 2:34 PM
Any indications on pricing?
Posted by: Anonymous at June 13, 2006 5:44 PM
very similar to the brooklyn heights unitarian church
Posted by: anon2 at June 13, 2006 5:58 PM
Who ever wants to see a finished residential product in an existing church done right go and see the arches at cobble hill on warren and hicks street designed by none other than Robert Scarano
Posted by: Anonymous at June 15, 2006 1:28 AM
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