BELOW ARE DESCRIPTIONS OF EXAMPLE PROJECTS IN THIS CATEGORY

Projects that Merrick led in association or employment with other firms or agencies are identified (xxx) and keyed to the full name.

St. Patrick’s Church Access, Portland, OR

Architect for providing accessibility to the church sanctuary, a structure listed on the National Register of Historic places and a space noted for its acoustical quality and world class liturgical music. The solution involved installation of a LULA elevator tucked into the confessional at the rear of the church without disturbing the architecture and symmetry of the confessional entries. with acoustical damping and isolation.

Holy Rosary Church Interior Remodel, Portland, OR

Architect for baptistery and shrine alter enhancement with applied custom wood moldings and hand-struck plaster work.

Pipe Organ Case for Saint Mary's Cathedral, Bond Organ, Portland, OR

Design competition proposal for Spanish style organ case.

Pipe Organ Case for Holy Rosary, Bond Organ Company, Portland, OR

Design of neo-classical case for this world class instrument.

Pioneer Church Vestry Addition, Portland, Oregon (COP)

Project Manager/designer for historic landmark church used as a SMILE managed wedding chapel.

All Saints Church Signage Assessment, Southeast Portland, OR

Report recommending sign types and locations to enhance identity, visibility, and provide wayfinding to on site services.

Trinity Episcopal Church Interiors and Signage Assessment, Northwest Portland, OR (PB)

Chair and consultant to facilities committee to assess condition and recommendations for improving all interior spaces including signage for the church, classrooms, church hall, lighting and mechanicals.

St Francis Church Sanctuary Remodel, Portland Oregon (PB)

Work with parishioner committee to reconfigure pews and altar to enhance sense of community and better accommodate dance and music.