
Renovations at Temple Beth El Raise Spirits, Lower Bimah
Temple Beth El is an iconic piece of Rochester architecture. Its sanctuary was built in the 1960's with sweeping forms to represent an open book. In renovating the space, LaBella’s approach was to honor the spirit and beauty of the existing, while updating finishes and areas that no longer functioned to the benefit of the congregation. The project goals were threefold: to increase accessibility, create a more intimate environment that engages congregants as participants, and