Extensive stonework creates a peaceful setting for a temple in Indianapolis, IN

In October of 2010, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans to construct a temple outside of Indianapolis, IN, on an 18-acre property. The owner wanted a high-quality building with an exterior that could withstand the influence of pollution and the area’s harsh winter weather. MHTN Architects of Salt Lake City, UT, was commissioned to complete the job, and limestone was chosen for the exterior due to its prominent use in the region.

Once the stone was selected, the exterior cladding installation began in September of 2013. “The owner and design team sought to express timelessness and monumentality as a reflection of the special nature of this religious building,” said Randy Knight, associate principal at MHTN Architects. “Monolithic stone cladding, detailed and proportioned with classical design principles was always a critical priority and fundamental to success.” 

To ensure the intricate stone detailing could be fabricated and installed using the most efficient methods, the design team enlisted KEPCO+, also of Salt Lake City, UT, in a six-month design-assist initiative, and the company was subsequently assigned to do the installation for the stonework...

Read full article here (Stone World Magazine, September 2016)