BISHOP VEROT HIGH SCHOOL CHAPEL
FORT MYERS | FL
The Diocese of Venice and its local Catholic High School in Fort Myers, Florida require a comprehensive master plan to facilitate the future expansion of their campus facilities and their growing enrollment. After years of necessary campus growth the original 1960s courtyard classroom building has become surrounded by other buildings which provides opportunity for new nexus. Through time, conversation and iteration, the master plan evolved; future school facilities are sited around the property perimeter and create a new courtyard quad to provide green respite for the student body. The new Chapel and courtyard are the first priority. Carefully positioned on the existing entry axis, in full view of all existing and proposed facilities, the Chapel overlooks the courtyard and is marked high above by an integrated bell tower.
The chapel program includes the sanctuary with altar, tabernacle, ciboria, ambo, presider & celebrant seating, and a prominent crucifix, seating for 400 plus available overflow, choir area, confessional & reconciliation, sacristy, vestry, and considerations for art, patron acknowledgement, lighting, and the celebration of faith.
Beauty is a reflection of God, all church buildings should mirror divine beauty.
