Your church or synagogue is more than just a place of worship. It’s where people come to heal their hurts, find their purpose, and worship their Creator. So, when it comes to redesigning your church or synagogue’s interior, you want to ensure that you are still meeting these needs while improving the functionality and reverence of the space. Meeting this goal is not easy on your own. Luckily, when you choose us to assist with your synagogue or church renovation or design, we can help you achieve the sacred and beautiful space you want.
Learn how our synagogue and church interior design services can help you make a cohesive space that honors your worship space’s past while preserving its future. We can also help your architects plan your new worship seating and code compliance. New Holland Church Furniture has produced uniquely custom worship furnishings for almost three-quarters of a century. From radius church pews to intricately designed worship furniture, we’re the resource architects turn to when they want to bring their clients’ visions to life.
What Is Design Assistance Service?
New Holland’s design assistance service is a free, expert-guided planning resource for churches, synagogues, architects, and building committees.
| What is this service? | Expert design guidance for worship space seating, layout, and custom furniture. |
| Who is it for? | Churches, synagogues, architects, building committees, and contractors. |
| What problems does it solve? | Poor sightlines, insufficient capacity, ADA gaps, outdated furniture, and layout uncertainty. |
| What deliverables are included? | CAD floor plans, seating layouts, ADA review, finish/fabric coordination, and installation planning. |
| Why is New Holland qualified? | Over 70 years of experience, AWI membership, and hundreds of completed installations. |
At New Holland Church Furniture, we cover everything from your first layout sketch to final installation coordination.
What Our Church and Synagogue Design Assistance Includes
Our design assistance may include:
- Seating layout planning: Pew, chair, bench, radius seating, and combination seating layouts for new construction or renovation projects.
- CAD floor plans: Computer-aided design support for architects, churches, synagogues, contractors, and building committees.
- Capacity optimization: Seating plans that help maximize usable capacity while preserving safe circulation and egress.
- ADA and IBC guidance: Assistance reviewing accessibility needs, wheelchair spaces, balcony considerations, aisle spacing, and code-related seating requirements.
- Custom furniture design: Altars, pulpits, bimah furniture, worship tables, organ cases, pew ends, benches, chairs, and architectural woodwork.
- Finish and upholstery coordination: Wood finishes, fabrics, and design details selected to complement the worship space.
- Installation planning: Design support that connects layout decisions with manufacturing, delivery, and installation.
New Holland Church Furniture helps worship spaces plan interiors that balance reverence, seating capacity, accessibility, craftsmanship, and long-term use.
Who Is This Service For?
New Holland Church Furniture provides design assistance for:
- Churches planning sanctuary renovations
- Synagogues updating seating, bimah furniture, or interior woodwork
- Architects designing worship spaces
- Building committees comparing pews, chairs, benches, or flexible seating
- Catholic, Protestant, Lutheran, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Episcopal, and nondenominational churches
- Congregations replacing aging pews or damaged seating
- Worship spaces needing ADA-accessible seating updates
- Contractors coordinating furniture layout, manufacturing, and installation
- Institutions that need custom seating, benches, or architectural woodwork
Is your sanctuary any of these? Contact us today for a free consultation to get started.
Is Your Design Style Traditional, Modern, or Something In Between?
No two worship spaces are the same. Whether you’re looking for a modern small church interior design, a traditional large synagogue design, or any size or type in between, you deserve specialized attention to detail and world-class craftsmanship. We can complete your modern church interior design so that it uniquely expresses your taste and desires to maximize the worship experience. We don’t work with Protestant or Roman Catholic churches exclusively, either. We have experience helping synagogues, other religious places, and even institutions create a design that perfectly complements their style of worship.
We use the latest computer-aided design (CAD) equipment to assist you with unequaled seating layouts, architectural design, floor plans, and design assistance, including:
- Designing your worship space for maximum seating capacity
- Creating furniture designs that complement your church interior, from stained glass windows to the primary and side altars
- Evaluating seating comparisons such as seating capacity versus budgetary cost
- Design recommendations using unique symbolism in the creation of bench ends or furniture
- Creatively using existing pieces of your worship space to create a more modern church interior
Our synagogue and church interior design team has over 80 years of experience creating seating plans and furniture designs for churches, synagogues, and houses of worship across North America and beyond. Our expertise and knowledge as designers mean we can provide valuable input during the evaluation process, leading to better decisions and more value for your money.
How Does New Holland Handle ADA and Code Compliance?
Many church buildings and synagogues were built before the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) was established in 1990. So when it’s time to upgrade their spaces and add new pews or other seating, they find they are not adequately meeting accessibility standards.
When working with our church interior designers, there’s no need to worry about ADA code-compliance issues. Our team offers expert assistance in addressing fundamental code issues upfront, ensuring a smooth transition from design through installation.
What Are The Standard Seating Styles
in New Holland Church Furniture?
Whether you are looking for church altar and interior design services for a Christian church, Jewish synagogue, Catholic church interior, or another type of worship space, we can help create a beautiful and functional one. We want your space to uniquely reflect your worship space’s beliefs, culture, and mission.
We offer various options to help create the perfect place to worship your Creator, including unique end panels, stylish pew bodies, worship flexibility with open-space design or theater seating, and much more. Please view the following documents for examples and styles of our work:
How Our Design Assistance Process Works
Here’s how our process works from first conversation to final installation:
Step 1 – Initial Consultation:
We start with a conversation about your space, seating needs, timeline, and project goals.
Step 2 – Space Review:
We review your floor plan, existing furniture, and any architectural constraints.
Step 3 – CAD Layout & Design:
Our team creates seating layout options using CAD software, including capacity calculations and ADA review.
Step 4 – Furniture Selection:
We help you choose the right pew style, chair, bench, or combination seating along with wood finishes and upholstery.
Step 5 – Custom Manufacturing:
Your furniture is built in our USA facility using old-world craftsmanship and quality materials.
Step 6 – Delivery & Installation:
We coordinate professional delivery and installation to minimize disruption to your congregation.
You don’t need to figure out the layout on your own. Schedule a design consultation today, and we’ll be waiting.
Why Choose Us for Your Church or Synagogue’s Interior Design?
When you want to feel comfortable and enhance the worship experience of your church or synagogue, you need to partner with a company that can not only manufacture the new curved pews, straight benches, chairs, or combination seating you need but also do so with precision and design focus. When you work with us, you’ll get all of those benefits plus so much more:
- Custom Seating Design and Manufacturing: From radius curved pews to tailored upholstered seating, we specialize in creating seating solutions that harmonize with your space’s aesthetic and functional requirements.
- Space Planning and Layout Optimization: Our team offers expert guidance in optimizing the layout of your worship space for seamless flow and congregation engagement.
- Expert Design Consultation and Guidance: Benefit from our wealth of experience and design expertise to bring your vision for the worship space to life, ensuring a welcoming and uplifting environment for congregants.
- Tailored Upholstery and Finish Options: Discover a range of upholstery and finish options designed to complement and enhance the aesthetic of your sanctuary, creating a cohesive and inviting atmosphere.
- Integration of Durable Materials: We prioritize using durable materials to ensure the longevity and functionality of your furniture, providing a lasting investment for your sacred space.
- Custom Furniture Design and Installation: A church or synagogue needs more than just a place to sit to worship. We can also help create a cohesive interior with altars, worship tables, organ cases, bimah furniture, pulpits, and more.
AWI Associate Member
New Holland Church Furniture has been an AWI Associate Member for more than three decades! That means your synagogue, Catholic church, or any interior church design elements produced by New Holland Church Furniture are made by a company that meets the woodworking bar and exceeds it.
About the AWI
The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1953. The AWI represents nearly 4,000 members, including architectural woodworkers, suppliers, design professionals, and students from around the world.
Setting Industry Standards
The AWI has been the voice of the woodworking industry for more than half a century. One of the primary functions of the AWI is to set industry standards among design professionals and the woodworking industry in general.
Ready to Get Started on Your Next Building Project?
No matter what type of synagogue or church interior design assistance you or your architect may need, we can help. Get in touch with us today to see how we can transform your space from ordinary to extraordinary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Design Assistance Service
Planning a worship space renovation raises a lot of questions. Here are the answers to the ones we hear most often.
Can you help with both new construction and renovation projects?
Yes. We support both new sanctuary construction and existing worship space renovations. Whether you are starting from a blank floor plan or working around an existing architectural layout, our team will help you develop a seating and furniture plan that fits your space and your goals.
How long does it take to build custom pews or worship furniture?
Timelines vary depending on the scope of your project, the level of customization, upholstery selection, and schedule coordination. We will walk you through realistic lead times during your initial consultation so you can plan accordingly.
Can you work directly with our architect or general contractor?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with architects, interior designers, liturgical consultants, and general contractors. We can provide CAD files, seating layout documents, and specification sheets to support your project team.
Do you offer church pew refinishing or restoration?
Yes. We offer refinishing and restoration services for existing pews and worship furniture. Our creative reuse approach evaluates what can be repaired, refinished, or repurposed alongside new furniture, preserving your space’s history while updating its look and function.
Where does New Holland Church Furniture provide design assistance?
New Holland Church Furniture is based in the United States and serves churches, synagogues, and worship spaces across the country. We ship and install nationwide, with projects completed across all regions, including the South, Midwest, Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and West Coast.
We can help you and your design team to:
- Interpret IBC (International Building Codes) and how they apply to your church or synagogue
- Review seating capacity requirements
- Determine adequate seat spacing for egress
- Design your worship space for maximum seating capacity
- Review handicap requirements
- Address balcony code issues and requirements
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