Portfolio > Our Sacred Work >

Christ Church

The John Canning & Co. design & planning process included detailed research on the Richard M. Upjohn church decoration period design schemes. The historic paint study and scientific analysis revealed the original colors and stencil patterns which were faithfully restored using traditional materials and decorative painting techniques.

Christ Church

BUSINESS FACTS

Location: Riverdale, NY
Built: 1866
Original Architect: Richard M. Upjohn
Style: Country Gothic
Status: National Historic Landmark

SCOPE

canning-christ-church-riverdale-beams
Christ Church Riverdale

Our historic paint analysis provided the information needed for the accurate restoration of Richard Upjohn's intricate designs in this National Landmark church.

New, fine-art murals were also created for this project.


AWARDS

2001 Award of Merit, AIA New York State