Difference between revisions of "Gilbert Arizona Temple"
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:"The site gardens, fountains, shaded plazas provide numerous areas for contemplation, meditation photos and rest. The grounds are lushly landscaped with a creative colorful plant palette. There are 10 kinds of trees, 5 palm varieties, and 24 species of shrubs, groundcovers and vines. The Temple finished floor elevation is approximately 4’ above the gardens and 5’ above the entry circle. The topography is varied thru the use of planters, retaining walls, ramps, and stairways. Additionally there are trellises, arbors and pergolas placed throughout the site. The gardens are surrounded by a 8’ wrought iron view fence that will be painted to match the building." [http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/boards/staffreports/DesignReview/DR10-17-06-10-10.pdf] | :"The site gardens, fountains, shaded plazas provide numerous areas for contemplation, meditation photos and rest. The grounds are lushly landscaped with a creative colorful plant palette. There are 10 kinds of trees, 5 palm varieties, and 24 species of shrubs, groundcovers and vines. The Temple finished floor elevation is approximately 4’ above the gardens and 5’ above the entry circle. The topography is varied thru the use of planters, retaining walls, ramps, and stairways. Additionally there are trellises, arbors and pergolas placed throughout the site. The gardens are surrounded by a 8’ wrought iron view fence that will be painted to match the building." [http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/boards/staffreports/DesignReview/DR10-17-06-10-10.pdf] | ||
| + | [[Image:Gilbert_Temple.jpg|right|frame|Town of Gilbert, Gilbert Arizona Temple design]] | ||
| + | In June 2010 the LDS Church revealed the design of the temple and preconstruction work began immediately after approval. "...the 83,000-square-foot temple will use ivory-colored stone and concrete and feature leaded-glass windows. A 195-foot spire will rise from the center of the three-story structure, capped by a gold-plated statue of a trumpeting angel, a trademark symbol of Mormon temples." [http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/06/15/20100615gilbert-mormon-temple-design.html] | ||
| + | Read more: http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/06/15/20100615gilbert-mormon-temple-design.html#ixzz0r2t6TmBJ | ||
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Revision as of 13:20, 16 June 2010
The Gilbert Arizona Temple was announced on 28 April 2008 by President Thomas S. Monson. It is one of the first two announced by President Monson since he was ordained President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Site and building plans for the Gilbert Arizona Temple went before the Town of Gilbert Design Review Board on Thursday, June 10, for preliminary evaluation. Please follow this link to view an informative staff report.
The proposed site for the Gilbert Arizona Temple is on 15 acres at the southeast corner of Greenfield and Pecos Roads. (map). An LDS meeting house will be located on the property near the temple. The temple and the meeting house will share parking and a facilities/maintenance building.
- "The site gardens, fountains, shaded plazas provide numerous areas for contemplation, meditation photos and rest. The grounds are lushly landscaped with a creative colorful plant palette. There are 10 kinds of trees, 5 palm varieties, and 24 species of shrubs, groundcovers and vines. The Temple finished floor elevation is approximately 4’ above the gardens and 5’ above the entry circle. The topography is varied thru the use of planters, retaining walls, ramps, and stairways. Additionally there are trellises, arbors and pergolas placed throughout the site. The gardens are surrounded by a 8’ wrought iron view fence that will be painted to match the building." [1]
In June 2010 the LDS Church revealed the design of the temple and preconstruction work began immediately after approval. "...the 83,000-square-foot temple will use ivory-colored stone and concrete and feature leaded-glass windows. A 195-foot spire will rise from the center of the three-story structure, capped by a gold-plated statue of a trumpeting angel, a trademark symbol of Mormon temples." [2]
