Grace Fellowship Church Renovation

Owner

Grace Fellowship Church

Location

Ft. Thomas, KY

Size

18,000 SF

Completion Date

2021

Project Delivery Method

Project Summary

Paul Hemmer Company completed the renovation of an existing commercial building into the new home of Grace Fellowship Church in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. The project transformed a former multi-tenant retail space into a modern worship and community facility, including a new auditorium, classrooms, offices, and support spaces. The renovation required extensive demolition, structural modifications, new storefront systems, accessibility upgrades, and full mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination to meet assembly occupancy requirements. The result is a flexible, contemporary church environment designed to serve growing congregation needs while maximizing the value of the existing structure.

Key Features

Adaptive Reuse Conversion: Transformation of an existing commercial retail structure into a fully functioning church and assembly space.
Phased Construction Approach: Work organized in Phase 01 and Phase 02 to allow strategic sequencing and buildout.
New Auditorium & Stage: Large worship space with integrated stage, updated lighting, and high-bay fixtures to support services and events.
Comprehensive Interior Build-Out: Classrooms, offices, lobby, atrium, teen and adult flex spaces, cry room, mothers’ room, and support areas.
Accessibility Enhancements: New accessible entrance ramp, accessible stair and ramp at exit, ADA restrooms, and compliant drinking fountains with bottle fillers.
Structural & Opening Modifications: New and expanded openings in load-bearing walls with required shoring and structural coordination.
New Storefront Systems: Removal of existing storefronts and installation of updated glazing and entry systems.
Exterior Improvements: Parapet extension, façade upgrades, EIFS applications, cladding updates, and site restriping for accessible parking.
MEP System Integration: Relocation and coordination of HVAC panels, transformers, plumbing fixtures, sprinkler riser, and electrical systems to support assembly occupancy.