ChurchSpace - The First Native Mobile App Built with Bubble.io, built by Rapid Dev!

ChurchSpace is a platform designed to connect churches with people looking for venues for events. The founders envisioned a platform that could simplify the process of finding and booking spaces for gatherings such as weddings, conferences, or community events. ChurchSpace approached Rapid Dev to develop the first native mobile app built on Bubble.io to help churches maximize the utilization of their spaces, while also providing individuals with an easy way to find suitable venues.

ChurchSpace needed a robust platform to cater to both churches and individuals looking for spaces. The platform required a system where churches could list their available spaces, manage bookings, and receive payments, while individuals needed the ability to search for venues, compare options, and book with ease. The founders were looking for a no-code solution to quickly launch the MVP, test the market, and scale the product efficiently. Speed to market and flexibility were critical, as was the ability to handle complex booking workflows and payment integrations.

Rapid Dev leveraged Bubble.io to build ChurchSpace’s MVP as a native mobile app, setting a milestone as the first native app created with Bubble.io. The development included:

• Advanced Search Functionality: Users could search for venues based on location, capacity, amenities, and other filters.
• Booking and Payment System: The platform featured a seamless booking experience, enabling users to reserve spaces and pay directly through the site. Churches received notifications for bookings and could easily manage their calendar availability.
• Custom Dashboards: Both churches and individuals had access to intuitive dashboards. Churches could manage listings, view booking history, and receive payments. Users could track their bookings and communicate with venue hosts directly through the platform.
• Mobile Responsiveness and Native Functionality: The platform was optimized not only for web but also as a fully native mobile app, providing a smooth experience across devices.

Bubble.io’s flexibility also allowed the ChurchSpace team to test new features, such as tiered pricing for different events, without needing extensive development time.

ChurchSpace successfully launched its MVP as a native mobile app within a short time frame and quickly attracted both churches and event organizers. The platform streamlined venue management for churches and simplified the booking process for users, resulting in increased space utilization for churches and a better overall user experience for event organizers. Key achievements include:

• Faster Time to Market: Rapid Dev delivered the MVP in record time, allowing ChurchSpace to test and validate its business model early.
• Scalability: The no-code platform enabled the ChurchSpace team to easily scale as more churches and event organizers signed up.
• Cost Efficiency: By using Bubble.io, ChurchSpace saved significantly on development costs, allowing them to invest in marketing and user acquisition.
• First-of-its-Kind Native App: As the first native mobile app built using Bubble.io, ChurchSpace stands out in the no-code community as a pioneer in no-code native app development.

Rapid Dev’s collaboration with ChurchSpace showcases the power of no-code solutions in building scalable, feature-rich applications. As the first native mobile app built on Bubble.io, ChurchSpace entered the market quickly, meeting the needs of its users and scaling efficiently—all while keeping costs under control. ChurchSpace continues to expand its network of churches and event organizers, establishing itself as a leader in the space-booking industry.