Woodfin Funeral Chapel
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Project Scope: New memorial chapel construction
The original Woodfin Funeral Chapel was completely destroyed in a fire in 1999. After closing for a year, they worked with the Dow Smith team to build a new facility adjacent to their first location. The 30,000-square-foot funeral home includes a chapel, various viewing rooms, a climate- and temperature-controlled embalming facility, and a crematorium. Given the need to reopen for business, the short timeline was a challenge. Owner Bubba Woodfin found Dow Smith Company through word-of-mouth and a family connection.
When designing and building a church, the process is far more than just creating a functional space. It’s about crafting a place of worship, community, and ministry that reflects the heart and vision of your congregation. But with so many moving parts—budgets, timelines, stakeholder input, and ministry needs—it’s easy for the process to feel overwhelming. That’s why we recommend starting with a Three-Day Design Charrette at Dow Smith Company. This intensive, collaborative event brings all your key stakeholders together to align on vision, goals, and practical steps before the design and construction process begins. You’re building a legacy. Let’s make it a great one.