# Familial Church Conversions This Chicago Church Has Been Transformed into a Family Home By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-08-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/church-conversion References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/08/07/a-church-in-chicago-has-been-transformed-into-this-family-home/) This stunning church conversion in Chicago is a result of a fruitful collaboration between Linc Thelen Design and Scrafano Architects. Retrofitted to become a home for a family with [three young children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobble-hill-townhouse), the palatial former church is a sprawling whiteout space characterized by its towering [stained glass windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-church-tolvkanten), charming exposed beams and overwhelming brightness afforded by the incoming natural light and the purely white walls and appliances. The home has seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. Featuring ultramodern lighting fixtures and an idyllic two-story double-sided fireplace, the church-turned-home also includes a climbing wall, a chandelier above an indulgent bathtub and plenty of space for entertaining or for kids to play. Features of the original structure preserved in the church conversion include the ceiling turnbuckles, bell tower and exposed brickwork. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Church Conversions:** Repurposing churches as homes or commercial spaces can be a unique way to preserve historical architecture while meeting modern needs. - **Ultra-modern Lighting Fixtures:** Incorporating sleek, unique lighting fixtures in interior design can add a contemporary feel to any space. - **Indoor Climbing Walls:** Installing indoor climbing walls in homes can appeal to fitness enthusiasts and adventurous children alike. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects and designers can consider repurposing historic buildings to meet modern needs while preserving their unique features. - **Interior Design:** Innovative lighting fixtures and unique design elements can differentiate interior designers in a competitive market. - **Residential Real Estate:** Real estate developers and agents can explore the potential of converting historic buildings into desirable homes for buyers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Converted Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1960s-warehouse.md) - [Converted Church Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyth.md) - [Angular Church Matte Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-church.md) - [Fluted Concrete-Added Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-marys-coptic-church.md) - [Refurbished Welcoming Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-leonards-church.md) - [Reflection-Encouraging Cohesive Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hjvangen-church.md) - [Artist Apartment Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-prekop-studio.md) - [Adaptive Family Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-ordinary-house.md) - [Bright Family Renovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobble-hill-townhouse.md)