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AdditionS and Improvements
St. Paul Columbarium
Project Challenge
Complete the improvements within the published schedule to minimize the impact on family accessibility to their loved ones.


Phase 1 included expansion of the columbarium niches by 264, decorative perimeter fencing and gates, landscaping, sprinkler system, washed aggregate sidewalks, altar relocation, cross sculpture, lighting, convenience power, drainage system expansion, and inspection and repair of existing niches and walls.
Phase 2 included expansion of the columbarium niches by 864 within the twelve existing horizontal garden footprints as well as 7 new niches to complete a perimeter wall. A total of 871 new niches were added. The horizontal garden landscaping was restored.

Client: St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church
Project: Columbarium Addition and Improvements
Location: Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan
Cost: Phase 1 – $946,000; Phase 2 – $1,457,000
Architect: Ehresman Architects
Landscape Architect: Deak Planning + Design
Construction Manager: Frank Rewold & Sons, Inc.




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