Mark Navarro

Architect

mnavarro@fisherheck.com

(210) 299-1500

Mark is the President of Ficher Heck, managing many of the firm's religious and urban planning projects. His specialties lie in Sustainable Urbanism, Master Planning and Religious Architecture where he has worked on a variety of projects ranging from $50,000 to $2 Billion. Mark heads up the firm's marketing efforts as well as religious and urban design projects, constantly striving to produce sustainable and environmentally conscious designs. The knowledge he has gained from years of religious design gives him a unique perspective on how to develop spaces that focus on creating a meaningful procession to the main element of the religious building – the altar. Outside of the office, Mark enjoys DIY home improvement projects and spending time outdoors with his wife and dog. Mark is also a member of the American Institute of Architects, the San Antonio Conservation Society, Mission Heritage Partners and is a LEED accredited professional.

APPROACH

PHILOSOPHY

Successful religious architecture relies upon a clear understanding of a church’s teaching and theology. Each church has a unique identity, shaped by its history and its relationship to the community. At Fisher Heck we strongly believe in the interpretation and translation of each church’s needs into architectural form that conveys a clear message about the identity of the church. We understand the church should be a good neighbor, sensitive to its relationship with the surrounding community. The worship environment must respond to and serve the church’s unique theological requirements or style of service. The space must have appropriate acoustics that support the spoken word as well as the music program. Sacred art, special furnishings, and carefully planned lighting enhance the liturgical, devotional and contemplative soul of the worship environment.

TRADITIONS SERVED

EDUCATION

SERVICES

Architectural design for church projects, from new sanctuaries to renovation of historic structures, fellowship halls, religious education buildings, offices, and site master planning.

SPECIALIZATION

Architecture

Historic Preservation

PROJECTS

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