A modern building with a sleek design showcases flags and a prominent sign, set against a clear blue sky and green landscaping.

Skokie Police Department

Client: Skokie Police Department
Project Type: Renovation
Practice Area(s):
Public Safety
Specialty:
Architecture + Interior Design
High-Performance Design
Adaptive Reuse + Preservation
Designed to be welcoming, secure and eco-friendly, Skokie’s Police Department supports state-of-art law enforcement with ample space for training, hard/soft interview rooms, evidence processing, property collection and high-density records storage.
  • A modern courtyard features green plants, a round metal structure, and stylish outdoor seating under hanging lights and an umbrella.
  • A police car is parked in a shooting range with an open door, under bright lights and a smooth, modern ceiling design.
  • A modern classroom features neatly arranged tables and chairs, with a sleek design and ample lighting, creating an inviting learning environment.
  • A modern control room filled with multiple computer stations, large screens displaying data, and staff actively monitoring information.
  • A modern office space featuring cubicles, a desk with a computer, and a wall-mounted TV, illuminated by bright overhead lights.
A spacious, contemporary interior featuring large windows, natural light, seating areas, and a welcoming design with modern decor.

Sustainable Design

Over 85% of the project demolition and construction waste was recycled into the new building. Landscaped berms provide privacy and are irrigated with rainwater collected in an interior courtyard cistern. Two interior courtyards offer additional areas for staff and the public to gather. The courtyards are surrounded by glass interior corridors that enhance the open-plan design within and maximize the flow of natural lighting deep into the building.

A modern office space features a sleek desk with a computer, two chairs, and large windows allowing natural light and a view of greenery.

Awards

  • 2013 AIA Northeast Illinois Merit in Architecture for Preservation and Adaptive
  • 2012 American Public Works Association Chicago Metro Chapter: Suburban Branch, Project of the Year – Structures: Projects of $5 million to $25 million
  • 2011 Engineering News Record Midwest Best, Government/Public Building Category, Award of Merit

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