PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
The Firestone Public Safety Facility brings multiple emergency response functions together in a durable, highly functional civic building. KL&A partnered with Roth Sheppard Architects to develop a structural system that supports the varied program while allowing for long-term flexibility and efficient use of space.
Date: 2020
Location: Firestone, Colorado
Architect: Roth Sheppard Architects
Contractor: FCI Constructors
Project Type: Civic
Square Footage: 28,000
Construction Cost: $9.5 Million
Services Provided:
Structural Engineering
FIRESTONE
The design incorporates long-span framing and a clear structural grid to accommodate apparatus bays, administrative areas, and secure zones. Systems were selected for durability, performance, and constructability, ensuring the building can withstand heavy use while maintaining efficiency.
RECOGNITION
AIA Colorado, 2020 Award of Distinction
Officer Magazine, 2021 Law Enforcement Design Gold Award
The Chicago Athenaeum, 2021 American Architecture Award
AIA Western Mountain Region, 2021 Citation Award
Through early coordination and an integrated approach, KL&A aligned design with construction to streamline delivery. The result is a resilient facility that meets the demands of first responders while serving as a lasting community asset.