Kirkegaard Associates completes two-year renovation at Utah’s Salt Lake Tabernacle
March 27, 2007
Built in 1867 in Salt Lake City, Utah and perceived as one of the greatest engineering achievements at that time, the Salt Lake Tabernacle recently re-opened its doors after two years of extensive renovation. Located on Temple Square, the Tabernacle is home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and is a central symbol for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Architectural acoustics firm Kirkegaard Associates teamed up with local architects FFKR Architects, Salt Lake City based Rocky Mountain Organ Company, and theatre consultants Auerbach Pollock Friedlander for the renovation that included:
- Strengthening and refinishing of the original domed ceiling
- Restoration of the 5-manual, 11,623-pipe, 206-rank
Aeolian-Skinner organ - New motorized stage lifts at the rostrum
- Extensive reworking of the building systems
- New and renovated rehearsal and production space
The audio, video and lighting systems were also completely overhauled and allow the Tabernacle to be quickly configured for a variety of church functions, including weekly televised performances by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Orchestra at Temple Square.
Kirkegaard Associates’ project team for the Salt Lake Tabernacle was directed by Edward McCue, Principal Consultant. Senior Consultant Tim Gulsrud concentrated on room acoustics issues, Richard Laidman was responsible for audio system design, and consultant Ben Willt undertook the control of noise and vibration.
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Kirkegaard Associates is one of the world’s leading acoustics design firms providing comprehensive consulting services for clients seeking the highest quality listening environments. The firm consists of 28 individuals offering experience in architectural acoustics, audio/video systems design; electronic media technology, and mechanical noise and vibration control. The company has earned a reputation for excellence in the design of more than 2,500 successful projects which include: theatres, concert halls, opera houses, educational institutions, worship spaces, recording and broadcast studios, and many other acoustically sensitive environments in North and South America, Europe, the Far East and Australia.