Kol Torah Synagogue

To incorporate traditions of the Orthodox Congregation, many Hebrew customs were woven into the building design and layout. For instance, the congregation refrains from operating mechanical devices on the Sabbath. As a solution, all lighting and HVAC systems were installed with automatic settings. The project also required that the sanctuary acoustics allow the Rabbi to speak without mic amplification. The custom designed sanctuary ceiling enables the audience to hear the natural voice from any point in the room. 

There were also many custom and high-quality components used in constructing this beautiful facility. For example, the building construction consists of various masonry and stone. Specifically, the split face masonry pays homage to the Jerusalem Stone from the Homeland. On a similar note, the polished granite interior floor was imported directly from Jerusalem. Furthermore, to allow natural light into the Sanctuary, a steel frame was constructed to hold large windows. Additionally, a custom wood millwork trim package was constructed in New York and installed. This ornate millwork now houses the Torah and other sacred artifacts possessed by the Congregation. For the hard work and highly skilled craftsmanship that occurred in the making of this facility, the project received the 2011 Craftsmanship Award from the Building Congress & Exchange.