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Basilica of Saint Patrick's Old Cathedral
Renovation, including Liturgical Design, Furnishings, Sacred Art & Statues

New York, NY

Rohn Design completed a high-definition architectural survey and developed a comprehensive liturgical design and church renovation master plan for the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, a treasured National Historic Landmark.

Our scope included interior decoration, sacred and liturgical art, liturgical furnishings, and both new and restored statuary. Using advanced scanning technology, we assessed structural conditions and created a detailed plan that honors the basilica’s original Neo-Gothic character while addressing the needs of today’s liturgical life.

We designed a new altar and tabernacle throne; restored the carved reredos, Stations of the Cross, and baptismal font; introduced a new new Our Lady of China statue; and created a chapel to Our Lady of Altagracia. The sanctuary, sacristy, and gathering space were updated to support reverent worship while preserving architectural integrity. In the catacombs below, we introduced a columbarium, reviving a historic tradition and expanding burial options for the faithful.

Read about the renovation process of the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, including liturgical design, liturgical art, furniture, and historic restoration details.

Download the full Basilica of Saint Patrick’s Old Cathedral project profile to explore the complete scope of work and design details.

Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral renovation and liturgical master plan
Sanctuary side view with restored crucifix at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Basilica sanctuary featuring custom murals and updated liturgical furnishings
Closeup of renovated sanctuary at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Closeup of mural and tabernacle throne at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Restored crucifix in sanctuary at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Byzantine mural of Angel Gabriel in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Byzantine mural of Archangel Michael in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Our Lady of China statue installed at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Closeup of Our Lady of China statue showing intricate details at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathe
Restored St. John Neumann statue at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Restored St. Therese statue in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
Restored St. Anthony with Child statue at Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral
3D design view of columbaria in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral catacombs
Second 3D design view of columbaria in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral catacombs
Third 3D design view of columbaria in Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral catacombs

Rohn & Associates Design, Inc. is a group of Catholic liturgical designers, artists & artisans since 1952

1113 Creedmoor Ave.  Pittsburgh, PA 15226 • Tel:  (412) 551-7144 • Fax: (412) 561-1202

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