Parkway Baptist Church




Location: Smyrna, Tennesse
Project Scope: New church construction
The Dow Smith team completed construction of this new, 14,761-square-foot church in Smyrna, Tennessee. The project included a new worship hall, consisting of clear span construction with wood accents, administrative offices and ministry education space. The site’s topography required extensive work, delaying construction and constricting the church’s budget. Luckily, our team was able to overcome these setbacks and the congregation was able to occupy the building in 10 months.
When designing and building a church, the process is far more than just creating a functional space. It’s about crafting a place of worship, community, and ministry that reflects the heart and vision of your congregation. But with so many moving parts—budgets, timelines, stakeholder input, and ministry needs—it’s easy for the process to feel overwhelming. That’s why we recommend starting with a Three-Day Design Charrette at Dow Smith Company. This intensive, collaborative event brings all your key stakeholders together to align on vision, goals, and practical steps before the design and construction process begins. You’re building a legacy. Let’s make it a great one.