Category: Project Blogs

K2M Interior Design Services

Our NCIDQ certified designers unite and connect people, foster interactions, and ground us in a sense of place with each unique story we tell. We aim to create inspired environments that are unique and responsive to our client’s vision, the location, culture, and architecture. Working across a series of building typologies, we identify trends at […]

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Generator Design Services

K2M has designed many coastal Florida emergency generators for over 100+ different owners and sites including local, state, and federal government entities and commercial users. We are highly familiar with the latest requirements of NFPA 70-2017: National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 110-2016: Standard For Emergency and Standby Power Systems. We have designed emergency power systems in the harshest coastal environments and designed systems to 500-year storm events, up […]

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Community Impact Through Resilient Design

K2M specializes in resilient design, enabling communities to adapt, reduce harm, and recover efficiently from natural disasters, physical trauma, and social challenges. We assist organizations, institutions, and government entities in developing proactive design and capabilities for managing and responding to hazards and risks. By considering the relationships between infrastructure, facilities, the environment, and communities, we implement […]

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K2M Design Energy Master Planning Services

K2M specializes in offering comprehensive services that integrate energy management consulting with clients’ capital plans, design standards, and strategic goals to reduce maintenance, capital, and energy costs while enhancing comfort and productivity. Through detailed cost estimates, lifecycle cost analysis, and cash flow models, we provide economic justification for energy projects while identifying grant opportunities and […]

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K2M Design Energy Services

  The K2M Team integrates energy management consulting with clients’ plans, standards, and goals. We analyze energy usage to conserve energy, reduce costs, and enhance comfort. After assessing client facilities, we identify projects based on energy savings impact, cost-effectiveness and return on investment. Our professionals provide detailed cost estimates, lifecycle cost analysis, and cash flow […]

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TRANSFORMING AN INCARCERATION ENVIRONMENT INTO A RESTORATIVE ONE

The K2M Team recently explored options for the transformation of a dayroom, a dining hall, and an outdoor rec yard from a traditional concrete floor / wall / ceiling environment into one that emphasizes restoration, therapy, and group engagement. The options focused on the dignified treatment of inmates to enhance outcomes while preserving safety and […]

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Habacoa Design Charrette!

We were honored to partake in creating this vision of paradise at Habacoa with an amazing team of global design partners. This one-of-a-kind ultra-luxury resort community is being developed at the southern tip of the island of Abaco in the Bahamas where K2M Design is serving as the lead architect and engineer. See below from Habacoa! “Habacoa – A […]

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New Fire Station Design and Needs Assessment | Valparaiso, Indiana

The K2M Design and DS Architecture team collaborated to conduct a thorough citywide needs assessment for the fire department and its service area. This assessment focused on identifying optimal locations for future fire stations, considering projected regional growth over the next 10-15 years. Additionally, the team crafted a tailored conceptual design for an ideal fire […]

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Centennial Bank | Florida Keys HQ

K2M is the engineer of record for Centennial Bank’s Florida Keys Administrative HQ, a 7000 sq. ft. single-story building in Marathon, Florida that’s taking shape. The building is designed above base flood elevations, able to withstand 180mph wind forces, and equipped with emergency power. It has been a privilege to collaborate with CURRENCE & GRAY ARCHITECTS, PLLC, […]

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ODRC, 2023 Better Project Award

We are proud to announce our work with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Construction (ODRC) has been recognized with a 2023 Better Project Award from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Initiative! These annual awards highlight select partners for innovative and industry-leading accomplishments in implementing and promoting practices, principles, and procedures of energy management. The […]

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Habitat for Humanity Townhomes | Marathon, FL

K2M has been a long-standing partner of Habitat for Humanity in the Florida Keys, helping to address the workforce housing crisis in this tourism economy. Our latest partnership is for the development of a property in the center of Marathon to provide eight affordable townhomes as well as a storefront along US1 (the Overseas Highway) for […]

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MONROE COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER | Monroe County, FL

It’s great to see the Monroe County Emergency Operations Center coming to life. K2M Design in association with ADG is providing architecture and interior design services for a new, state-of-the-art facility located adjacent to the Marathon Airport in the heart of the Florida Keys. The structure is designed to withstand a “500-year event” — elevated […]

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NWCCC Ground Breaking!

We are proud to have participated in the #groundbreaking ceremony of the 12,000 square foot, 32 bed female addition to the Northwest Community Corrections Center. This mental health treatment-centric addition will provide a range of programming related to chemical dependency, education, employment, and family relationships. Many thanks to the staff of NWCCC, facility governing board, judiciary, and the incredible […]

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Energy Services Team Expanding!

We’re excited to announce that our energy services team has expanded with three new members, including Joseph Moody as our Specialty Services Leader! As a firm, we work with organizations and institutions to create sustainable paths forward by connecting buildings and infrastructure with the environment and communities. Our team’s mission is to maximize your facilities’ potential by […]

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WEST LAFAYETTE FACILITIES MASTER PLAN | West Lafayette, IN

K2M Design recently completed a comprehensive facility condition assessment for the City of West Lafayette! Our team conducted a thorough evaluation of 9 major building systems across nearly 20 facilities, providing a condition index rating, resolution, costing, and prioritization for the next 10 years capital improvements, building replacement considerations, and proactive maintenance needs. Thank you […]

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BEACH PLAZA HOTEL | Miami, FL

We are thrilled to serve as the architect / engineer for one of Miami Beach’s Deco gems. The building grounds, public spaces, and guest rooms are all renovated to elevate the guest experience in this historic property. It was a total team effort to complete the design in a very accelerated schedule. Stay tuned for […]

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CEDAR LAKE SAFETY COMPLEX GROUNDBREAKING | Cedar Lake, IN

After nearly a year of planning and design, local leaders, police officers, firefighters and residents gathered together for the groundbreaking of Cedar Lake’s new Public Safety Complex, a milestone marking a new chapter in this fast-growing community’s continued commitment to public safety.     The thoughtful dedication and vision of the Town Council, along with […]

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Viva Bene | St. Peters, MO

K2M’s collaborative design of Viva Bene St. Peters is underway- the flagship new 55+ Active Adult product for Avenue Development’s that focuses on health and wellness. The 4-story, 164 apartment community blends on-site healthcare and wellness-focused programing into a backdrop of beautifully modern amenity spaces to encourage a well-balanced, preventative lifestyle. Encouraging connections where you […]

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OHIO REFORMATORY FOR WOMEN | Marysville, Ohio

With a goal of instilling hope for individuals who reside in the department’s facilities, the ODRC’s new Residential Treatment Unit and Outpatient Treatment Mall at the Ohio Reformatory for Women (ORW) seamlessly supports the institution’s mission. This transformative facility provides mental health services for all in-custody females with acute or chronic mental illness. The project […]

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East Boulevard Apartments

Construction is under way on Brian Phillips and Brittani Phillips East Boulevard development! East Boulevard is a luxury apartment complex in the Dilworth Community that spans 564,000 sq. ft and features two residential buildings connected by a bridge atop three levels of parking. It offers 295 units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments with balconies ranging from 500 […]

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Sustainable Design

With years of experience conceiving sustainable buildings in some of the nation’s most environmentally sensitive and challenging environments, sustainability is an integral component of K2M’s culture and design processes. The resilient buildings we create contribute to the business success of our clients and to the health and wellness of their people. Our LEED and WELL-accredited staff […]

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#Station Design

  The K2M Design and DS ARCHITECTURE team is honored to work with the Valparaiso Fire Department, recently leading a visioning session with key stakeholders to explore goals, aspirations, and station design inspiration imagery to envision the future of public safety in their community.  Our team is conducting a needs assessment to analyze service data, spatial needs, facility […]

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Health and Human Division Survey | Cuyahoga County, Ohio

K2M and our partners at CBRE recently completed a study for the Health and Human Services division in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Together with the key stakeholders, we analyzed workspace conditions, occupancy, strategized alternative work methods, and completed an options analysis for their real estate. In total, we surveyed 615,000 square feet in owned and rented properties and […]

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Welcome to Innovation Landing

Welcome to Innovation Landing, the newest addition to the vibrant community right on the edge of the Cleveland State University campus. Our multi-family complex seamlessly blends modern amenities with a historic shell, capturing the essence of these structures. Finishes are inspired by the historic warehouse architecture with an added touch of quirkiness in the main lobby. […]

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Merrillville Fire Department

Working with the Merrillville Fire Department, the K2M + DS ARCHITECTURE team helped envision new and improved facilities for their first responders.  Station 74 is a replacement of a 50 year old facility which we analyzed a renovation / expansion option as well as new construction options. Station 73 is a new facility located along the line of population growth in the community.  It also has designated space […]

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