On September 17, we visited a manufacturing facility in Cleveland that produces fiberglass architectural elements, including domes for Orthodox churches. We were welcomed by Nicholai Moysaenko, Project Manager, who gave us a tour of the facility, introduced us to the production process, and answered our technical questions.
A roof is one of the most important protective systems of any building. A beautiful façade can be repaired, finishes can be replaced, and interiors can be renewed. But when a roof begins to fail, water quickly finds its way into the structure. For a church intended to serve a community for generations, the quality…
One of the most technically demanding elements of an Orthodox church is often its dome. Although dome construction has been refined over many centuries, relatively few fabricators today specialize in this work. The reason is simple: behind the seemingly clean and elegant silhouette is a complicated combination of structure, geometry, metalwork, weather protection, and craftsmanship….
As we prepare to build the new St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Jackson, TN, we’re looking for partners who share our dedication to the craft. Recently, we visited a timber framing shop that truly blew us away. Meet Inheritance Timber Frames—not a massive factory, but a small-town workshop run by just two people: father and…