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 […]
Read moreThe 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 […]
Read moreWe 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 […]
Read moreWe 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 […]
Read moreAfter 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 […]
Read moreWith 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 […]
Read moreThe 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 […]
Read moreWorking 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 […]
Read moreA groundbreaking for the Boone County Justice Center in Indiana! “The expanded Justice Center really addresses those suffering from mental health issues and addiction needs in Boone County.” —Sheriff Michael Nielsen “This was one of the most cost-effective projects we could do and I’m grateful to see it move forward. The new Justice Center will […]
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K2M Design is proud to a part of the Design Build team for the Community Justice Campus in Marion County, Indiana. This substantial new Justice facility is designed to improve operational efficiency for the city/county and will be focused on integrated rehabilitation programs. The new facility embarks on a new era of holistic criminal justice […]
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Returning to operations required careful consideration for the Cuyahoga County Justice Center. K2M Design was retained by Cuyahoga County as Criteria Architect / Engineer to develop COVID-19 pandemic and return to operations modifications at all their Justice facilities. Modifications were designed for the Justice Center, Old Courthouse, Juvenile Justice Center, former Police Headquarters, and Courthouse […]
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The new dormitory facility at the Ohio Reformatory for Women was designed to take a more humane approach to incarceration, reducing recidivism while providing hope for the future. The facility offers numerous programs supporting these rehabilitation efforts including; training service dogs, horticulture certification, and greyhound rehabilitation. Each program is designed to give the female inmates […]
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K2M Design® and Allen County partner for success Fall 2019 – K2M Design was privileged to provide architecture, design and engineering for the recently opened Allen County Juvenile Justice Facility. The relationship with Allen County began years ago when K2M Design was retained to provide a complete facility assessment and planning study to help reshape […]
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New Housing Buildings Support Treatment and a Normative Environment K2M Design, Inc. continued our successful relationship with the Department of Youth Services (ODYS) with the design of the new housing buildings at the Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. K2M has partnered with ODYS since 2008 completing five projects at the facility. This $32M project is the […]
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K2M Design was recently awarded another IDIQ contract with NASA. The team has been privileged to partner with NASA at the Glenn Research Center in Cleveland and Plum Brook Station, in Sandusky, Ohio. The contract provides NASA design services to rehabilitate, repair, construct, modify, or demolish research and institutional facilities within both Centers. Over the […]
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Scott Moore, AIA, K2M Design’s Correctional Practice Group Leader, recently attended the 2019 American Correctional Association (ACA) Winter Conference in New Orleans, LA. Upon his return, he was excited to share the latest news and insight from the corrections industry. The conference incorporated various correctional business segments such as, public and private owners, national and […]
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K2M Design and the City of Key West have had a long-standing partnership working together on a collection of projects, most recently Truman Waterfront Phase 1B. Previously completed, Phase 1A of the Truman Waterfront redevelopment included an amphitheater, park, and water park. Phase 1B includes renovation of a service building and the police equestrian facilities […]
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Scott Moore, one of K2M Design’s Correctional Practice Group Leaders, attended the 2017 American Correctional Association (ACA) Winter Conference in San Antonio, TX and upon his return the entire Correctional Practice group was excited to share the latest news and insight in the corrections industry. The conference incorporates various business segments such as owners, both public […]
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As we enter 2017, it’s important to reflect on years past, looking into how design philosophy has evolved and where we see those philosophies in design moving in coming years. We understand the challenges associated with government entities moving slowly when change is needed, but we are optimistic with the movements afoot that are revolutionizing […]
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Throughout the downturn, there was a significant contraction in the number of correctional projects, which spurred consolation and retraction in the industry. As the economy improved, a litany of much needed projects are brought to the forefront. These changes have led to monumental pressure in the industry that will impact everyone. When Scott Maloney first started in correctional design […]
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