Architects Beazley Moliere has developed a reputation in design excellence on projects, both private and public. Our experience focuses on state-of-the-art technology, complex programs and security issues, health care and public projects. We understand the complex nature of technology-based facilities as well as Green Building Concepts. Our success in the design of the Estuarine Habitats and Coastal Fisheries Center validates the collaborative approach we use and demonstrates our dedication to meeting the needs and goals of our clients. It was awarded a national design award by the AIA and it clearly speaks well of the quality of our design and technical documents.
As a full service architectural firm, Architects Beazley Moliere provides all of the services listed below. While these services may be procured separately, we typically provide all of these services to all of our clients on all design projects.
Accessibility Compliance
Due to the fact that two out of every ten people in the U.S. live with some sort of physical or mental disability, Congress passed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). Unfortunately, since the ADA was enacted, lawsuits have continually escalated against building owners, designers, contractors and operators.
Fortunately, here at ABM, we are familiar with these laws and their applications and serve our clients well by guiding them through these complicated issues. We have a knowledgeable understanding of the way individuals with disabilities navigate in their spacial environment and we design the spaces accordingly. Our clients can rest assured that their facility will meet all current ADA guidelines and they will leave with the necessary ADA operations knowledge to keep their organization out of any future ADA related lawsuits.
Code Compliance
Along with the ADA guidelines, there are local zoning ordinances, international building codes and national fire codes which must be adhered to as well. While zoning ordinances were developed to help organize cities, building and fire codes address critical life and fire safety issues. These life safety issues become compounded in larger complex facilities such as large assembly areas, medical facilities, schools, and laboratories. In some cases, such as medical facilities, additional guidelines and resources must be rigorously followed to pass additional plan reviews.
It is important that architectural designers know these codes and guidelines, so crucial decisions can be made early in the design process. This saves time and money by reducing the amount of expensive changes after the design has been finalized. Here at Architects Beazley Moliere, we are very familiar with current codes and guidelines and integrate these requirements into all of our designs.
Building Design
The building design process is where Architects use their skill, knowledge and artistic ability to transform abstract ideas into a three dimensional building forms. The process is a nonlinear, un-mappable mix of highly intuitive and rational decisions which are expressed in a combination of sketches, 3D models, plans and specifications.
Sustainable Design - For ABM, sustainable design (aka: green architecture) incorporates a broad range of concepts that limit the negative effects that construction can have on the environment. By improving energy efficiency, limiting site disturbance, conserving water resources, choosing renewable or recycled materials, and considering indoor air quality, we can provide buildings with lower life-cycle costs while contributing to an improved environment. We are actively engaging the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Criteria for two current NOAA projects. Both the Dr. Nancy Foster Florida Keys Environmental Center and the Key West Weather Forecast Office are being planned to exceed the LEED requirements for Silver Certification.
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