Practical Approaches to Real World Challenges

Siebenlist Architects is a full-service firm specializing in faith-based projects across the USA. The diverse experience of our talented team in master planning, design, development and construction, as well as church staff operation, is all applied from the core of our expertise...understanding churches.

Our practice is based on the reality that vision, master planning, design, development and construction are simply not separate and distinct tasks. Addressing all of these issues from the perspective of our client's agenda, we are able to produce projects that easily accomplish the objectives of each church.

A project's success can be measured in many ways, but the most important is the satisfaction of the client. Architecturally, acoustically, financially, however your project priorities are defined, your agenda will be our directive. Contact us for an introduction.


Our Services
  • Design: Master Planning, Image, Acoustics, Multi-Purpose
  • Construction: Design/Build, Construction Management, Small Projects, Bridging
  • Development: Retirement Centers, Mixed Use, Property Entitlement
  • Owner's Representative: Financial/Fundraising, Project Definition and Strategy


Buddy Siebenlist II, AIA, NCARB
Buddy Siebenlist Founding principal of Siebenlist Architects, Buddy Siebenlist has over 20 years of professional success in architecture, construction and development.

Church staff experience as Director of Facilities at a mega-church with over 22,000 members, K-12 School, Day Care, Restaurants, TV/Radio Media, etc., has provided Buddy with unique insight and understanding about the operation and agenda of churches of all sizes and ministries.

"Seeing the big picture" quickly and easily, his expertise includes matching unique church project criteria (acoustics, image, master plan flexibility, etc.) within project budget prioritization. The result has meant the start-up and completion of numerous projects that would have otherwise been stuck in budget deadlock. A resolute problem-solver, Buddy has a reputation for bringing projects to fruition.

Certified nationally with current licensing in 17 states, he has church projects of all types and sizes ranging from Miami to Albuquerque and beyond, and his work has been recognized by a variety of magazines and publications. For every year since 2002, Buddy has been honored to serve as the Architect Consultant to the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, utilizing his experience in church master planning, design, construction, and development.

Buddy and wife Sharon have two girls, Rachel ('93) and Allison ('98). They live near Garden Valley, Texas, where their passions include raising and showing cutting horses.

Mauri Meador
Mauri Meador Uncompromised success characterizes the efforts of this former entrepreneur and accomplished investment professional. Mauri Meador is also widely known for her dynamic service on church staff, in the most demanding areas of mega-church operation.

Keen communication skills, listening and relating, enable Mauri to define and prioritize projects with great accuracy and focus. As Director of Operations, her mark is a smooth transition through every stage of the project, both in the office and on the construction site. Her role as a client liaison allows her to get involved in every part of the project - answering questions, resolving concerns and fulfilling needs, whether for the construction project or the church committee.

Bob Finch
Bob Finch Bob Finch has a passion for church planning and expansion leadership, which began after his call into Pastoral Ministry in 1969, and continues today, blessing him with over 50 years of church growth expertise.

Drawing from 24 years of experience as a pastor and over 40 years of church project consulting, Bob has the insight and skills for working with church committees and boards to accomplish their mission. His ability to understand a church's desire to grow as a family and develop spiritual outreach, as well as to relate to the concerns of pastors and their congregations, has helped Bob direct numerous churches toward achievement of their expansion and ministry goals. His wisdom and unequaled experience with churches make this pastor's contribution to the team unique and invaluable.

Quentin Hunter
Quentin Hunter Quentin Hunter is a Project Architect with skills and accomplishments in virtually every aspect of the design and construction industries. He is also LEED accredited, which means his passion and skill for energy management and designing "green" can enhance the sustainability of any project.

Raised with a background in construction, Quentin knows the importance of accurate, effective communication. With over 20 years of experience, he builds project success by facilitating relationships and communication between clients and contractors. His organizational skills and construction knowledge enable him to efficiently manage any project by saving time, money and resources.

Randolph Terry
Randolph Terry Randolph Terry has over 25 years of experience in church building and construction, with a knack for getting a "size nine project in a size six budget." After working almost exclusively with churches throughout his career, Randolph understands the dynamics of working with church leaders - committees, boards and pastors - and he knows how critical every detail can be on a tight budget.

As Field Director of Construction, Randolph's ability to proficiently manage contractors, bidding, scheduling, materials and labor allows him to look for creative ways to improve construction value, as well as pay special attention to the details that make each project unique. No one generates more direct construction value from the field than Randolph Terry.

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