Temple Beth Shalom
Austin, TX
The material existence of the stone provides an environment for the worship that feels protected and timeless. The beauty of the space is defined by the character of the light.
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Owner's Rep.
American Realty Corporation
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Contractor
Balfour Beatty
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Structural Engineer
Architectural Engineers Collaborative
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Civil Engineer
Way Consulting Engineers Inc.
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Mechanical Engineer
EEA Consulting Engineers
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Landscape Architecture
Co'Design
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Geotechnical
Terracon
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TAS Accessibility Review
Altura Solutions, L.P.
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Acoustical Consultant
JEAcoustics
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Photographer
Andrew Pogue
Connected Spaces
A transparent entry defines a welcoming arrival for the congregants and defines an open social space outside the perimeter of the stone
synagogue. As one walks into the sanctuary, the stone walls rise to a canopy of plaster ceilings which recall a traditionally tented tabernacle.
Courtyards
The building's cubic volumes define several exterior courtyard spaces for gathering and contemplation.
Flexibility
Large moveable wooden wall panels allow the primary worship space to be opened up to accommodate greater capacity during the High Holidays.
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Arthur W. Andersson, FAIA
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F. Christian Wise, AIA
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Jesse Coleman
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Meegan Beddoe, RA
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Matthew Lewis, AIA
