Little
Wake County
Detention Center
Raleigh, NC
Project Type
Civic & Cultural
Size
419,500 Square Feet
Design Services
Architecture, Interior Architecture, Sustainability
This expansion project of the Wake County detention center included an updated Master Development Plan and designing to ensure minimal impact on the environment.
As set forth in a vision statement created by the client and project team, the design was guided by the principles of innovative technology solutions, integrated security, financially responsible, minimal impact on the environment and forward-thinking toward the long-range plan. The project includes inmate housing, inmate services, medical clinic and infirmary, academic education, facility/security administration and food service.
Design Awards
- AIA justice Facility Review 2009 and 2013
- AIA Academy of Architecture for Justice Published Award
Certifications
- LEED Silver