A modern fire facility to meet the community’s present and future needs.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Architecture
Interiors
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Land Use Planning
Transportation Planning
Landscape Architecture
The project was pursued jointly with the Albany Police Station. Mackenzie was selected to provide design services for both projects, due to the advantages of consistency with materials and systems and cost control. The services included development of a needs assessment and assistance with public outreach and pursuit of a General Obligation bond. The resulting project was developed as a full-service replacement Fire Headquarters facility for the City of Albany. The new facility includes administrative offices for the department leadership and work space and living quarters for emergency responder staff. A community room doubles as a training space for staff, and can function as an emergency response center.
DESIGN DRIVERS
A state-of-the-art emergency response facility that efficiently meets the community’s current needs while strategically accommodating future growth.
The facility was redeveloped on the existing site in the historic downtown district of Albany. It was important to develop a building mass and character that fit well into its context.
The design interwove exterior space for community activities, including gathering space for spectators of the Veteran's Day parade and other events; safe boater life preserver vest checkout; and a strong connection between the community room and plaza that allowed for extension from the room to the outside.
Sustainable features include reclaimed wood, an array of rooftop solar panels, strategic window placement for natural daylighting, and on-site stormwater retention areas to collect rainwater.
