Form Follows Mission
You’re probably reading this because you have questions and need answers. You may be a pastor considering macro level questions about how your building is (or isn't) supporting your mission. You may be a lay member in charge of a building program.
We see the same questions over and over again so we might have an idea of what yours are. We are writing a book called Form Follows Mission that gives practical answers to your most important questions.
1. Should we build?
2. What should we build?
3. How do we determine a budget we can afford?
4. How long will it take?
We answer these questions and many more through the grid of Form Follows Mission. You can view Chapter 1 to see how we approach architecture for churches.
Your MISSION matters for eternity! Your building should help you accomplish that mission, not hold you back!!!
We would be honored to speak with you further about how we wrap the 'FORM' of our architecture around your core 'MISSION' as a church.
Chapter 1 of Form Follows Mission
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About the Principals
Brian Van Winkle is Director of Architecture and Project Manager at Vessel Architecture where he drives creative excellence and guards technical quality. He has passionately used his skills in architecture to serve churches for 12 years. After obtaining his architectural degree from KU, he worked as an architect and received a Masters in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary to be better equipped to serve churches. He does not like to discuss foosball. ![]()
Peter Schwartz is Director of Business and Project Manager at Vessel Architecture, responsible for driving professional excellence and helping clients find clarity in the otherwise messy creative process. His primary pursuit, professional and personal is to serve the Body of Christ. Pete is an active leader in his church where he utilizes his gifts in teaching and leadership. He is a gifted communicator in both large and small group formats. He is the best foosball player at Vessel.

