St Augustine's Anglican Church – Stanton Dahl Architects

Introduction

With a vision to enhance accessibility, connection, and flexibility, the church embarked on a sensitive and carefully considered redevelopment.

Stanton Dahl Architects was engaged to undertake alterations and additions that would preserve the church’s heritagewhile creating a welcoming, safe, and connected environment for its congregation.

At the heart of the project was a collective ambition – to create a space that would strengthen relationships within the church community and with their Lord, ensuring that every design decision aligned with this mission. The redevelopment sought to address key challenges, including site accessibility, wayfinding, and the need for adaptable spaces that could accommodate both worship and community functions.

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Key Features

Overview

Client: St Augustine’s Anglican Church
Budget: $1.9 million
Project: Alterations and Additions, Heritage
Date: 2015
Location: Neutral Bay NSW
Indigenous Country: Cammerygal

Description

A new entry courtyard, foyer, and circulation hub were introduced to provide a clear and inviting arrival experience, seamlessly linking the two-storey heritage church with the post-war church hall. The project also included the construction of a first-floor addition, designed to support church ministry and outreach programs.

The existing church hall was refurbished to serve as an Early Childhood Centre during the week, providing a safe and nurturing environment for young children, while remaining flexible enough to host church functions and Sunday School programs on weekends.