Monolithic Dome Church Pricing
January 12, 2005
Updated: June, 2007
by David B. South
When asked the question, "How much would it cost to build a Monolithic Dome church?" I usually come back with, "How much does a car cost?" It depends on the make and model and age and condition and more. So do church costs depend on variables such as: Where, when, what, location, and more. The following information may help you get an idea of the cost of new church construction and ongoing maintenance.
- Generally a Monolithic Dome Church will cost the same as conventional church. It will cost less than a conventional church if the conventional church is constructed to meet the Type II or Type II FR designation (Fire safety codes).
- The lifetime of the Monolithic Church is measured in centuries. Remodeling may be needed from time to time to meet changing conditions over decades of use, but new structures will not be needed.
- The dramatic difference in energy needs between the Monolithic Domes and conventional is where the big savings are. Less equipment is needed for heating and cooling. Less energy is needed for the less HVAC equipment. Less equipment needs less maintenance and less replacement when it wears out. If the savings were accumulated in a bond account --- it would be reasonable to have the accumulated savings equal the total cost of the facility in less than 20 years.
- In general the churches have been finishing between $100 and $125 (2007 Pricing) per square foot. There are many factors which can raise and lower the price, such as: auditorium seats, commercial kitchens, television broadcasting lighting, etc.
- Inflation of construction will distort any numbers given here --- So will other factors such as: Prevailing wage states, experience of builders and designers, and location (it is more costly in the Northeast and California.).
How to Proceed?
Our recommendation is to fill out a free evaluation form and then commission a feasibility study. The feasibility study is completed by one of the designers familiar with the attributes of the Monolithic Dome. The price of the feasibility study pays very large dividends in useful information. The great part about a feasibility study is the "preliminary program" established. A solution is proposed and a rough budget is created. Then the decision can be made to proceed or make major changes. You may still use your local architect for the final design. The Church is not obligated beyond the cost of the feasibility study. Please let us know what we can do to help.
Related Links:
- How to Buy a Church
- Risky Business: Hiring an Architect
- Free Evaluation for Church Facility
- Catching the Vision-- New Dome Churches Nationwide
- Is that a church that just landed?
- MDI's Commercial Feasibility Studies: Schools, Churches, Gymnasiums, Office Complexes, Storages and more...
- Downloadable Information Pak (PDF)
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