Exciting New Project: Packinghouse Christian Academy Gymnasium – Redlands, California

Higginson Architects Inc. (HAI) is proud to announce the design of a new 15,000-square-foot Gymnasium Building for Packinghouse Christian Academy and Packinghouse Christian Fellowship in Redlands, California — a dynamic facility that will serve both educational and community purposes.

A Vision for Growth and Community

This exciting new facility is designed to complement the existing Worship Center, creating a cohesive campus environment that blends functionality with timeless architectural character. The gym will not only enhance the Academy’s athletic and physical education programs but will also serve as a versatile community space—supporting worship overflow, school gatherings, and special events.

Facility Features

The new gymnasium will include:

• A CIF regulation basketball court and volleyball courts designed for competitive play.

• Spectator seating to support school spirit and community events.

• Boys’ and girls’ locker rooms, providing modern, comfortable facilities for students and visiting teams.

• Classrooms and multipurpose instructional areas to extend the building’s educational value beyond athletics.

Every detail of the design is guided by the goal of creating a safe, inviting, and energy-efficient environment that promotes teamwork, wellness, and connection.

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Serving Both School and Church

The dual-purpose nature of the facility reflects the strong partnership between Packinghouse Christian Academy and Packinghouse Christian Fellowship. During the school day, the gym will be a hub for physical education, team sports, and health-based learning. Outside school hours, it will transition into an overflow and community gathering space for the church—expanding the reach and impact of

the campus for years to come.

Looking Ahead

With design led by Higginson Architects Inc., the new gymnasium is scheduled for completion in December 2026. The project stands as a symbol of growth, faith, and community engagement—continuing the Academy’s mission to provide students with a holistic environment for learning and spiritual development.

Stay tuned for updates as HAI brings this exciting vision to life in Redlands, blending athletic excellence, educational purpose, and architectural harmony into one exceptional new facility.

Higginson Architects Inc. (HAI) is truly honored to partner with Packinghouse Christian Academy and Packinghouse Christian Fellowship in bringing their new gymnasium project to life in Redlands, California.

For HAI, this project represents more than just the creation of a new building—it’s an opportunity to help shape a vibrant space that will serve both the academic mission of the school and the community outreach of the church. We are inspired by the Academy’s dedication to nurturing students in wisdom, faith, and fellowship, and we share the Fellowship’s vision of fostering connection through meaningful, well-designed spaces.

Our team is grateful for the trust placed in us and looks forward to delivering a facility that reflects the shared values of excellence, purpose, and community, serving as a lasting testament to the partnership between faith, education, and architecture.

Packinghouse Christian Fellowship (PCF)

Founded as a non-denominational Christian fellowship in Redlands, PCF emphasizes worship, biblical teaching, and community formation under the lordship of Jesus Christ. The church places a strong focus on unity, the centrality of the Bible, and active ministry through worship, music, small groups, and outreach. PCF provides a spiritual home for families and individuals who seek a community grounded in Christian beliefs, fellowship and service.

Packinghouse Christian Academy (PCA)

PCA is the K-12 educational ministry associated with PCF. Established in the 1980s, the school has served the Redlands area for over four decades, integrating Christian faith with academic, physical, social and spiritual development. The Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

PCA’s mission emphasizes four key areas of growth—Wisdom (academic learning), Stature (physical fitness), Favor with God (spiritual life), and Favor with men (community/fellowship). The school aims to partner with Christian families, providing a disciplined and biblically integrated instructional program that encourages academic excellence, spiritual formation, and preparation for meaningful service. Packinghouseredlands.org

Together, PCF and PCA represent a unified campus vision in Redlands: a faith-based community where church and schoolwork in partnership to foster holistic growth—academically, spiritually, physically and socially. The forthcoming new gymnasium project aligns with this mission by enhancing both the educational environment of PCA and the community gathering capacity of PCF.