LAKEWOOD WELCOME CENTER

Re-imagining the role of a cemetery in modern life to make memorialization more relevant, inviting, and accessible to current and future generations.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

5 acres

2020-2024

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  • To re-imagine the role of a cemetery in modern life and make memorialization more relevant, inviting and accessible to current and future generations, Lakewood Cemetery initiated a new building and landscaping project that aligns with their progressive, nonprofit vision.

    Lakewood’s desire to create a more relevant, accessible, and inviting experience led to the holistic re-assessment of the greater site and the design of a new Welcome Center. The unique context of the historic lawn cemetery and existing architecture necessitates the integration of landscape and building, and a careful balance of tradition with innovation.

  • Goals of the project included a more welcoming front entry with contemplative gardens and walking paths that are open to the public; a new building for serving families and our community that is warm, accessible and inviting for all generations, faiths and cultures; dedicated space for community education and engagement; expanded office space for a growing team of mission-driven advisors and service professionals; and responsible stewardship of Lakewood’s energy, water, and plant resources.

  • TEN x TEN has designed an inviting and accessible landscape that aligns with Lakewood’s commitment to sustainability and horticultural excellence while also honoring the site’s historic significance. The project includes a 25,000-square-foot, environmentally-conscious Welcome Center and surrounding gardens and walking paths that offer an enhanced experience for the thousands of people that Lakewood welcomes and serves each year.

PROJECT DETAILS

Location Minneapolis, MN

Client‍ ‍Lakewood Cemetery

Team TEN x TEN, Snow Kreilich Architects, Miller Dunwiddie, JE Dunn Construction, NTH, Meyer Borgmann Johnson (MBJ), Schuler Shook, Pierce Pini + Associates, Inc., Cause Sustainability, True North Consulting Group, Emanuelson-Podas, Global Specialty, Coastwise Fireguard, Kvernstoen, Rönnholm, & Associates

Area 5 acres

Status Completed in 2024

Photos Gaffer Photography‍ ‍

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