RIO Revolution Church
project type: worship
location: maryville, tn
size: 24,587 sf
year complete: 2012
RIO Revolution began with a launch team of 39 people and one simple goal: to help people connect with God in order to reach their full potential. From their first service at Heritage High School in Maryville, Tennessee, their focus was on reaching the hopeless and hurting through outreach and missions. After planting ten churches during their first year, RIO Revolution quickly realized their need for a dedicated building to continue to carry out their mission and accommodate their rapid growth in attendance.
With help from Studio Four Design, the new space was designed with versatility in mind and has allowed RIO to host numerous conferences, meetings, events, and activities on-site. The Blount County facility, with a capacity of just over 1,100 people, has enabled RIO to welcome its continually growing congregation and support the community in practical ways. Design elements like an education wing, pavilion, athletic fields, and walking trail have allowed the church to better engage with individuals and families by providing a friendly, welcoming environment.