The Church of St. Timothy (Anglican)

First Christian Reformed Church, Toronto
This addition and resultant alterations to First Christian Reformed create a dramatically friendlier entry. The original entry was by way of a daunting and uninviting set of exterior stairs. Barrier free access to the worship space and office facilities was by way of a long ramp up the side of the building to its rear door.

Design work began originally in 1988 under Brown Beck & Ross Architects. A more modest proposal was pursued in 2000. The congregation was interested in creating a more community friendly church building. This proposal resolves both the entry and barrier free access issues, as well as creating a more welcoming office situation. The worship space also acts as a community meeting space with an adjacent kitchen and larger gathering area. Renovations in the basement improved the washrooms, including a new barrier free accessible washroom, and enlarged the nursery, bringing its access closer to the main church entry.

The project was tendered. It was completed in 2003.