St. John the Apostle

FOR THE PAST 23 YEARS, Michael Franck and Art Lohsen have worked together with a dedicated and talented team of professionals as Franck & Lohsen Architects Inc. creating architecture in the realms of ecclesiastical, residential, university, and urban design.

It has been a source of great joy to have created timeless buildings enjoyed by a wide-range of people — from students to homeowners to worshippers; and fortunate to have wonderful clients who placed their trust and vision in our hands — including the peer recognition of the Arthur Ross Award for our body of work.

This September, Franck & Lohsen Architects, Inc. will transform into two new entities. Michael will assume the helm of residential, hospitality and university commissions with Michael M. Franck Architect LLC. Art will assume the helm of ecclesiastical commissions with Bella Chiesa LLC. and, as always, Michael and Art will continue to work in a collaborative spirit which has been a hallmark of their firm.

We are excited about this next chapter as we continue to create enduring architecture.

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St. John the Apostle

Leesburg

Building upon the rich tradition of Catholic architecture, this new church, with a Latin cross plan, seats 1,100 people and serves as the center of this established community. The architectural style is an American Vernacular with Gothic and Romanesque inspirations. Located on a former prominent estate, this new building faces the grand lawn and the town as well. A soaring tower contributes to the traditional skyline of this historic Virginia town.