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| Temple Micah Mikdash/Sanctuary: Bimah View |
We are at the point in our Move where planning and plans are coming together and we are almost ready to go forward with work on our new offices; interior and exterior signage; creating and installing elements that will allow us to feel at home when we use the large sanctuary and our new
Mikdash/Sanctuary.
It is the
Mikdash/Sanctuary space that will literally and figuratively be heart of our new home. It will be (along with the office space) uniquely our space. We have been given the support and freedom by our new partners to transform it into a
Mikdash, a Jewish sacred space.
For the past two months the Space Committee has been working with our Interior Designer, Emily Sinclair, to craft a vision for this important part of our home. After discussions with her that also included Board Members and members of the Micah community, the Space Committee has a design to share with you and a request for your feedback.
There are two ways for you to explore this design concept:
- ONLINE: In this blog post you will find three images (one at the top at the post and two below) and a Design Concept (written by Chuck Kessler of the Space Committee).
- IN PERSON: You will also be able to see the Interior Design Concept Board (that has images and material samples) at Micah programs. The Interior Design Concept Board will be on display at: (1) Shabbat Services on October 12, October 19 and October 26th at Temple Micah (2600 Leyden Street); (2) The Family Shabbat Jam on October 18th at Park Hill United Methodist Church (5209 Montview Blvd.); and (3) Religious School at Blessed Sacrament Middle School (1958 Elm St.) on October 13th and 20th. You may also arrange with Elaine Lee or Brenda Bruno to come by the Micah office during the week to view the Interior Design Concept Board.
After you have had the opportunity to view the design concept for our new
Mikdash/Sanctuary, the Space Committee wants to hear your thoughts about this proposed design. There are a few ways to share your feedback:
- Write your thoughts in the comments section for this blog post at the end of the post
- Share your thoughts directly with to Sharon Thorson, chairperson of the Chapel Remodel effort; Mike Clapman, Micah President or to Rabbi Mo.
- Leave your comments in the 'Comment Box' that will be with the Interior Design Concept Board.
The Space Committee looks forward to sharing this exciting development with you and hearing your feedback.
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| Temple Micah Mikdash/Sanctuary: Entrance View |
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| Temple Micah Mikdash/Sanctuary: Interior Design Concept Board |
Temple Micah Mikdash/Sanctuary: Design Concept
The concept behind the design of the new Temple Micah Mikdash/Sanctuary is to be both spiritual and reflective. Natural materials and earth tones have been chosen to create a space that is both contemporary in nature and indicative of the Temple’s philosophy.
The floor has been leveled to add flexibility within the space. The focus of the space is towards the bimah. However, the seating can be moved if necessary for other functions.
The new floor is a textured, commercial grade carpet to reflect the shadows of trees.
The vertical wood paneled elements which intersect with the dropped soffit create a sense of warmth to the space. These elements alternate with the existing stained glass windows to the east which will bring in natural light into the space. Within these horizontal and vertical bands, various types of lighting are incorporated in order to add flexible lighting options. These include, wall sconces, LED lights and pendant lights. All lighting can be adjusted for the activity which is occurring within the space.
The white tile walls will be at the entry of the chapel, the face of the bimah and the back wall creating a backdrop for the rabbi and the custom designed eternal light.
The space has been designed to be spiritual and reflective, It represents the essence of Temple Micah’s philosophy that all are welcome to pray in this sacred space.
