New Joy Lutheran Church is a new Evangelical Lutheran Church in Westfield. Founded in 1999, they worshipped in a local elementary school until they were ready to construct their own facility.

Scope: New Joy hired arcDESIGN to develop a Master Plan for their 8-acre site. This Master Plan encompasses approximately 35,000 square feet with a Sanctuary for 550, a 24-hour chapel, recreation space, education and administration space.  These functions are all organized around a central courtyard. Phase One included a Worship Center, administrative suite and Christian Education classrooms.

Featured Facts:  The Master Plan at New Joy is organized around a central courtyard with “arms” on either side welcoming the community to come inside and worship.