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STRONGER TOGETHER PUBLIC SAFETY FGM Architects provides industry-leading design services in the areas of safety, security and emergency response. With 7 locations across the United States and with over 160 experts, FGM Architects is recognized in the U.S. and internationally as a leader in disaster preparedness services. LEWA is firmly rooted in the design of public safety facilities with more than 35 years of experience while FGMA brings more than 75 years of experience. We collaborate closely with law enforcement officers, firefighters, volunteers, training officers, and municipal administrators to address the latest trends and challenges in preparedness, and have participated in numerous training sessions and field exercises to gain first-hand knowledge of this uniquely demanding realm of civic service. Our principals and staff are recognized as thought leaders in the industry and popular speakers at national station design conferences. We serve as respected judges for national design awards programs and have written numerous articles over the last 15 years. We are dedicated to “serving those who serve others” and have pioneered design strategies for cancer reduction by contaminant control (Hot Zone Design) and improving behavioral health by reducing PTSD and suicide (Immersive Design). Our work is recognizable and distinctive because the safety, health and well-being of the crew is an essential aspect of every project we design. The knowledge and experience has been earned through LEWA and FGMA's combined 500 projects for more than 200+ public safety clients in the past 30 years. Together we offer a national reputation for leadership and design excellence in public safety facilities with more than 50 awards for design excellence. ​ ​ 500+ PUBLIC SAFETY PROJECTS 200+ PUBLIC SAFETY CLIENTS 140+ RENOVATIONS 200+ NEW STATIONS FIRE STATIONS Decreasing response times, firefighter health and safety and creating a comfortable “home” within each station are key drivers in fire station design. First responders put their lives at risk to protect our communities and FGMA makes sure they have the facilities and tools they need. We offer our clients a unique and tireless understanding of the fire service as it exists today and will become tomorrow. By designing stations that help impact the reduction of response times, provide a safe and healthy environment for firefighters and serve as a “home” for firefighters on duty, FGMA helps you realize your goal of saving lives. Helping you plan for the future is critical to the process. Our participation in fire service goes beyond station design—we are helping you look ahead to what you will need in the future and how fire service facilities and practices will evolve. We view all fire service capital projects from a strategic perspective to evaluate our clients’ needs, desires and goals, so we can take our clients’ departments to the next level of excellence. We believe that project success requires strong partnerships. FIRE TRAINING FACILITIES Stations can incorporate indoor and outdoor training activities and areas into the design of the building, if desired. We are often told that the “basic skills” are those needing the most attention and practice, and the ability to conduct drills in house is desirable. Anticipated call volume for the station should be taken into consideration to determine what type of training could be accomplished while at the station. To that end, on the interior of the building, mezzanines opening to apparatus bays can be outfitted with a variety of windows for ground ladder evolutions. ​ Stairways in hose towers can be designed for charged hose exercises, even allowing for water to be discharged if desired. Confined space training can be accommodated in specially designed chases connecting two stories of the building or chambers set below the slab. Exterior designs can include balconies for rappelling and ground ladder training drills. FIRE STATION EXPERIENCE POLICE STATIONS FGMA’s brings a greater depth of knowledge to each new next project by learning something new from each department we work with and each successful station we complete. We not only learn through actual project experience but also by probing chiefs thoughts, studying law enforcement strategies and brainstorming new solutions. Some elements of good police station design are tried and true; like officer safety, making the public feel comfortable by utilizing CPTED design guidelines, understanding the multiple levels of station security, creating a functional path through the building for a patrol officer from the start of his/her shift to the conclusion as well as navigating through Department of Corrections and CALEA standards. There are other items that are evolving, like the sophistication of evidence processing and handling—including safely and permanently storing the vast array of items connected with a case. The technology used in law enforcement has grown and finding effective ways to transport and store these tools in the vehicles and facility has become increasingly creative. POLICE STATION EXPERIENCE 9-1-1 DISPATCH CENTERS 9-1-1 Dispatch Center Expertise. FGMA has extensive 9-1-1 experience. Our experience includes new construction and renovations. We have worked with many agencies who have built consolidated dispatch centers. We understand applicable codes and standards including NFPA 1221 Standard for the Installation, Maintenance and Use of Emergency Services Communications Systems; Motorola’s Standards and Guidelines for Communication Sites (R56 Standard); National Electrical Code Article 708, Critical Operations Power Systems; ICC 500/FEMA 361 Standards for Design of Storm Shelters; and applicable NENA documents. We know the amount of planning and coordination that is necessary to develop a successful project. ​ Facility Renovation Expertise. Renovation a 9-1-1 dispatch center requires a great degree of forethought due to the 365/24/7 critical nature of your work. We have experience in a wide variety of renovation projects including replacement of IT infrastructure, dispatch furniture reconfiguration and replacement, and electrical and HVAC system renovations. We know the amount of planning and coordination work that is necessary to ensure uninterrupted operations during the implementation of the renovation work. ​ Expertise in Designing for Health and Wellness . We fully recognize the impact of stress on telecommunicators and have been studying how we as architects can help promote health and wellness through the built environment. Our research has evolved over the years from the use of more traditional methods of reducing stress, such as the use of comfortable lounge furniture and break areas, to progressively working with brain experts to develop holistic sensory approaches to health and wellness. Furthermore, during this pandemic, we have been actively engaged in designing facilities to help prevent in the spread of viruses. 911 EXPERIENCE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTERS FGMA has designed many emergency operations centers (EOC) serving communities and counties. From convertible multi-purpose rooms integrated within a police, fire, or 9-1-1 facility to stand alone purpose built structures. Our designs have included operations centers with extensive audio-visual and communication capabilities, breakout rooms, storage and distribution spaces for PPE and medical supplies, administrative, and support spaces for serve staff for long term events. We believe in the following principles when designing an EOC. EOC events can vary widely, so operations space needs to be flexible and re-configurable to accommodate the scale of the event. The EOC must be able to support operations for extended durations during an emergency without interruption. The EOC must be designed to operate through severe weather events and have redundant critical power and HVAC systems. Ensuring EOC staff are safe and secure during operations is of critical importance. The facility needs to be designed to protect staff, equipment, and supplies guard against potential risks and protect operations from relevant threats and hazards. ​ FGMA works closely with emergency management agencies (EMA) and emergency management staff to assess needs and identify risks for potential emergency events that may occur. We can assist in identifying facility needs, conducting risk assessments to determine essential facilities criteria, site selection, and facility design. PUBLIC SAFETY LEADERSHIP Katie Atwater, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Senior Associate Paul Erickson, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP Principal Jason Estes, AIA Principal Andy Jasek, AIA Principal, Managing Director Jerrod Joggerst, AIA Senior Associate Christopher Kehde, AIA Principal, Managing Director Louise Kowalczyk, AIA, LEED AP Design Principal Ray Lee, AIA Principal Paul Luzecky Design Principal Joshua Mandell. AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C Principal Brian Meade, AIA, LEED AP Design Principal Brian Wright, AIA, LEED AP Principal, Director of Municipal and Recreation

For Library Facilities, Health and Wellness Becomes Crucial To protect occupants and keep them healthy, library facilities are focusing on the strategies spelled out in the WELL Building Standard. By Lori Everett, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB Wellness has been a rising focus for organizations of all types and sizes, representing an evolution in thinking that links individual health to how our buildings operate. The International WELL Building Institute, in fact, outlines 10 holistic concepts that can guide organizations to helping building occupants feel and live healthier, from thermal comfort and sound to access to nourishment, movement, and quality materials. While historically wrapped in a veil of sustainability, though, Steve Potter of Mid-Continent Public Library notes COVID reaffirmed the importance of air quality and healthy indoor environments. For many library directors and managers, one of the biggest challenges they face moving forward is how creating an environment that is both safe and promotes health in a manner that preserves the essence of what makes libraries unique – an immersive experience. The early days of COVID had organizations from business to schools attempting to reopen with many safety protocols, from restricting casual movement through spaces to promoting touchless environments. Libraries were no different as everyone responded with the best information they had to mitigate the spread of infection while also trying to provide needed services. Unlike those other organizations, though, the heart of a library’s attraction is the immersive environment that people – especially children – sink into. It’s visual and tactile, and everything about the library is meant to promote that physical interaction with books, computers, and exhibits. In this new world, the challenge is finding the balance between creating a safe environment while also maintaining the unique experience that defines libraries. The frame through which directors and staff see their operations moving forward can significantly influence their approach. Seen through an infection control lens, and efforts center around cleaning protocols and air filtration. Seen through a wellness lens, though, and more options open to expand the library’s immersive reach while also making the community feel safe in its environment. Just by their very nature, libraries are optimally positioned to implement many of these strategies outlined in WELL requirements, from access to daylight that impacts occupant mood to access to nature and feelings of security and belonging. More access to stations that allow patrons to frequently wash hands and use disinfectants is one example of this strategy. In areas like children’s exhibits, such easy access to hand sanitizers and hand washing sinks at a child’s height increase parent’s confidence in the cleanliness of the space, elevating their satisfaction in the experience. In addition, consider a family restroom in the children’s area sized large enough for a stroller. Indoor air quality is also an obvious priority. Research into making indoor spaces safer from the spread of airborne infections have pointed to frequent fresh air exchanges and optimum air filtration to mitigate such spread. Libraries with aging HVAC systems are in a prime position to replace their mechanical and air handling units with both modern and more efficient systems that can reduce infectious airborne particles and create a healthier indoor air environment. One size does not fit all, though, and libraries could find a significant return-on-investment by consulting with an architecture and engineering team who is knowledgeable with both mechanical systems and local climate demands. Capital costs are only one part of the equation when evaluating performance and affordability. Energy efficiency, operational costs, and system maintenance also come into play when determining what is optimal for a facility. Local climate also plays a role in choosing a new system, as humidity levels must be considered along with the reduction in airborne particles. Especially in high humidity areas such as the Midwest and South, the wrong system could adversely affect book collections by not properly controlling levels inside. Along with leveraging the knowledge of professionals when purchasing a new system, libraries would also benefit from investing in commissioning services. Commissioning provides a way to test and verify that the system installed is performing both to how it was designed to work with the particular building and at its optimal performance so that owners receive the highest benefit in terms of cost and comfort. Seeing Infrastructure with New Eyes “Libraries are a place to gather and build community. We can’t keep people apart. They want to be back together,” says Kuhl, director at St. Charles City County Library District. While there is a common reality that libraries across the country share requiring less space for archival materials, that hasn’t meant the need for physical space has waned. In fact, the continued traffic to the library during the pandemic for services that stretc hed beyond books proved there is value in the libraries as community resources. More than reducing footprint as a result of the growth of e-books and digital checkouts, libraries now have room to envision a new model of being a resource for the community – study rooms, larger teen areas, collaboration and maker spaces, interactive children’s areas or storage for other check-out materials like take-and-make kits, fishing equipment rentals, or book bundles. Instead of relocating to a new facility or adding an addition, libraries may find that their current building size is adequate by studying their underutilized space and redesigning their layout. hey want to be back together,” says Kuhl, director at St. Charles City County Library District. While there is a common reality that libraries across the country share requiring less space for archival materials, that hasn’t meant the need for physical space has waned. In fact, the continued traffic to the library during the pandemic for services that stretched beyond books proved there is value in the libraries as community resources. More than reducing footprint as a result of the growth of e-books and digital checkouts, libraries now have room to envision a new model of being a resource for the community – study rooms, larger teen areas, collaboration and maker spaces, interactive children’s areas or storage for other check-out materials like take-and-make kits, fishing equipment rentals, or book bundles. Instead of relocating to a new facility or adding an addition, libraries may find that their current building size is adequate by studying their underutilized space and redesigning their layout. As the pandemic forced many communal areas of the library to be shuttered, alternative uses showed promise for services that once libraries could only dabble in, such as book sales. O’Fallon Public Library found success moving its book sales from a small nook to a shuttered larger area that could be safely managed. The success of a sales area with more public display has them seeking a more permanent solution for such a service. The pandemic also opened doors – literally – for libraries to see themselves beyond their walls, and directors recognized this as opportunity to seize. Community gardens, storytime walks, and Wifi access outside are just some of the ways libraries can bring the indoors out. Activating parking lots and outside plazas for food distribution and diaper drives also expands both the physical reach of library services as well as the definition of what it means to be a library. Finding ways to integrate these indoor and outdoor experiences elevate that immersive feeling residents hope to experience in their libraries and feel their health and wellness is of utmost concern. Working with designers, libraries can even extend the outdoor season by creating covered patios with ceiling fans or incorporating exterior zoned radiant heating systems. Lori Everett, AIA, LEED AP, is a project manager with FGM Architects in St. Louis, MO Contact Lori Read the article on facilities.net

MULTIFAMILY/MIXED-USE Expertise Our work in mixed use and multifamily residential projects includes master planning and design for apartments, condominiums, single-family residences, senior housing and assisted-living campuses as well as mixed use commercial and retail spaces. Our portfolio reflects a diverse range of distinctive new communities with supporting amenities —each with a unique character and a vibrant sense of place. FGMA offers strengths in contextual, site-sensitive design, enabling us to create residences that embrace and enhance the natural and built environment while optimizing the outdoor setting. We believe that design plays a vital role in shaping the character and appeal of neighborhoods, whether urban or suburban, contemporary or traditional while balancing financial influences including development costs and total project economic returns. Learn More MULTIFAMILY/MIXED-USE LEADERSHIP Christopher Kehde, AIA Principal, Managing Director Contact our Multifamily/ Mixed-Use experts to learn more. ​ Contact Our Multifamily/Mixed-Use Team Anchor 1

TANIJIB PARTNERSHIPS & JOINT VENTURES Tanajib has partnerships and joint ventures with major international companies such as: Mitsubishi: A global leader in efficient and sustainable power generation, Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems provides advanced energy technology including gas and steam turbines, boilers, and control systems. With state-of-the-art facilities in Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi they focus on the repair, maintenance, and engineering of power systems from Mitsubishi Hitachi. ​ National Oilwell Varco (NOV): A worldwide leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling, production operations and the provision of oilfield services to the oil and gas industry. ​ Derrick: Since 1951, Derrick has expanded its product portfolio to serve a variety of challenging markets within the Mining & Industrial, Oil & Gas Drilling, and Civil Construction industries. Derrick remains committed to providing the latest technological enhancements that evolve alongside industry best practices and market developments. ​ Pall Corporation: Since 1946, is a global supplier of filtration, separations, and purification products. In a Joint Venture with Tanajib, they provide mobile and inline filtration systems and services to ‘clean-up’ or ‘depollute’ solutions from solid contaminants without a shutdown. Recently, Pall and Tanajib have established an Industrial Filter Manufacturing in Dammam Industrial Area.

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Northwestern University Allen Center Lecture Room Renovation Northwestern University Allen Center Lecture Room Renovation 1/1 Anchor 1 Northwestern University Rocky & Berenice Miller Baseball Park Northwestern University Rocky & Berenice Miller Baseball Park Northwestern University Rocky & Berenice Miller Baseball Park Northwestern University Rocky & Berenice Miller Baseball Park 1/12 Northwestern University Seeley G. Mudd Library Renovation Northwestern University Seeley G. Mudd Library Renovation Northwestern University Seeley G. Mudd Library Renovation Northwestern University Seeley G. Mudd Library Renovation 1/3 Northwestern University Norris Dining Center Renovation Northwestern University Norris Dining Center Renovation Northwestern University Norris Dining Center Renovation 1/2 Northwestern University Annenberg Hall Room 303 Renovation Northwestern University Annenberg Hall Room 303 Renovation 1/1 Northwestern University Searle Building Graduate Center Renovation Northwestern University Searle Building Graduate Center Renovation Northwestern University Searle Building Graduate Center Renovation Northwestern University Searle Building Graduate Center Renovation 1/5 Northwestern University University Police Relocation Northwestern University Police Relocation Northwestern University Police Relocation Northwestern University University Police Relocation 1/4 Anchor 2 Northwestern University Willard Hall Dining Renovation Northwestern University Willard Hall Dining Renovation Northwestern University Willard Hall Dining Renovation 1/2 Northwestern University Kresge Centennial Hall Furniture Design Northwestern University Kresge Centennial Hall Furniture Design Northwestern University Kresge Centennial Hall Furniture Design Northwestern University Kresge Centennial Hall Furniture Design 1/4 Contact our Higher Education experts to learn more about our higher education projects. Contact Our Higher Education Team RETURN TO HIGHER EDUCATION HOME

ON THE BOARDS Get a behind the scenes look at our projects in various stages of development. Fire Arlington Fire Station No. 8 Arlington Fire Station No. 8 Fire Arlington Fire Station No. 8 1/2 Fire Summit Fire Headquarters Summit Fire Headquarters Fire Summit Fire Headquarters 1/2 Fire Concord Township Fire Station Fire Concord Township Fire Station 1/1 Fire Virginia Beach Burton Station Fire and EMS Station Fire Virginia Beach Burton Station Fire and EMS Station 1/1 Fire District of Columbia Engine Company No. 27 District of Columbia Engine Company No. 27 Fire District of Columbia Engine Company No. 27 1/2 PK-12 Education Effingham SD Effingham JHS Renovation PK-12 Education Effingham SD Effingham JHS Renovation PK-12 Education Effingham SD Effingham JHS Renovation PK-12 Education Effingham SD Effingham JHS Renovation 1/5 Higher Education Waubonsee Community College New Student Building Waubonsee Community College New Student Building Waubonsee Community College New Student Building Higher Education Waubonsee Community College New Student Building 1/10 IMAGE COMING SOON Mascoutah ES Addition & Renovation Higher Education University of Missouri St. Louis School of Social Work Renovation Higher Education University of Missouri St. Louis School of Social Work Renovation Higher Education University of Missouri St. Louis School of Social Work Renovation Higher Education University of Missouri St. Louis School of Social Work Renovation 1/4 Buda Visitor's Center Adaptive Reuse Buda Visitor's Center Adaptive Reuse 1/1 Faith Based Emmaus Catholic Church - Lakeway Emmaus Catholic Church - Lakeway Emmaus Catholic Church - Lakeway Faith Based Emmaus Catholic Church - Lakeway 1/4 Corporate Green Acres Faith Based Green Acres Faith Based Corporate Green Acres 1/9 PK-12 Education Classical School in Georgetown, TX Faith Based Grace Academy Faith Based Grace Academy PK-12 Education Classical School in Georgetown, TX 1/9 Faith Based Life Austin East Faith Based Life Austin East 1/1 Faith Based Cornerstone Church San Antonio Faith Based Cornerstone Church San Antonio 1/12 Faith Based Sts. Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church Faith Based Sts. Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church Faith Based Sts. Constantine and Helen Orthodox Church 1/2 PK-12 Education St. Austin's Catholic School - with Page Southerland Page, Inc. Faith Based St. Austin's Catholic School Faith Based St. Austin's Catholic School PK-12 Education St. Austin's Catholic School - with Page Southerland Page, Inc. 1/4 IMAGE COMING SOON Lake Villa FPD Station No. 2 IMAGE COMING SOON Greater Round Lake FPD Station Renovation

WENTZVILLE FPD Wentzville FPD No. 1 Wentzville FPD No. 1 Wentzville FPD No. 1 Wentzville FPD No. 1 1/9 Wentzville FPD No. 4 Wentzville FPD No. 4 Wentzville FPD No. 4 1/2 Wentzville FPD No. 2 Wentzville FPD No. 2 Wentzville FPD No. 2 Wentzville FPD No. 2 1/5 Wentzville FPD No. 5 Wentzville FPD No. 5 Wentzville FPD No. 5 Wentzville FPD No. 5 1/3 Contact our Public Safety experts to see more projects. ​ Contact Our Public Safety Team

FAITH-BASED EXPERTISE Working with Churches ​ We have developed master plans and built facilities for over 100 churches. Each client is different. They come to us with different priorities, histories, needs, and organizational structures. Each church community has a unique spiritual character and calling. Some communities look for alternative, informal, or hi-tech settings to gather and worship in a contemporary atmosphere; other churches seek a reverent and sacred space in which to celebrate the Liturgy. We do not impose a predetermined architectural style on our clients’ projects. We take a church’s specific mission to heart and endeavor to participate in any project as a ministry partner: one who provides built facilities that are inspired by the church’s mission, equipping her to fulfill her unique calling. Some clients prefer to direct the course of a project in a small leadership group; others prefer a high degree of membership-base involvement. We are equipped to coordinate the workshops, focus groups, surveys and presentations necessary for a wide range of design process approaches. VALUES INSIGHT INSIGHT We get to know each church client's unique spirituality and mission intimately to thoroughly understand their needs rather than simply translating a wish list to a design solution. STEWARDSHIP We are in the business of creating high-impact and high-quality environments on a budget to maximize beauty and functionality, while minimizing both the impact on the environment and the price tag. COMMUNITY We solicit broad and diverse input and offer engagement at many levels to suit different church and project leadership structures. A healthy process will engage, strengthen and integrate your community. TIMELINESS We work tirelessly to maintain ongoing operations and respect our clients’ schedules. We understand the importance of church calendar milestones and the pressure of ministry needs. COLLABORATION Working in close partnership with all team members, we capitalize on the individual and collective strengths available to each church and orchestrate them in service of the project at hand. INSPIRATION Visualizing a beautiful design before it gets built is essential to energizing your membership. We help craft a vision that is rooted in our clients' mission, and then deliver the highest quality graphics to support it. We Are Your Full-Service Ministry Partner We understand what it takes to design and construct every aspect of a successful church building from the inside-out . The FGMA staff has the hands-on experience to address any need presented by our clients’ program requirements and to guide the design process toward the best flexible and long-term solutions. Expert Interiors 2 Registered Interior Designers on staff w/ 50 years combined experience Specialization in New Materials and Industry Pricing Designing & Specifying to Price-point, saving you time and money over the duration of a project Turn-key Furniture Selection & Procurement Solutions Liturgical Consulting Liturgical Design Consultant on staff Specialization in Church Art & Furnishings Design and Coordination Planning & Functionality Expertise Precision Planning to match program scope with budget and phasing options Expert Analysis of demographics, growth patterns, operations, and projecting an itemized timeline of future needs Functional Adjacencies based on Usage & Operations Outdoor Rooms formed between buildings are the cheapest cost/SF ministry spaces Specification of Durable Finish Materials and Energy-Efficient Systems for lifespan Top-notch Media for Your Fundraising Clarity and Excellence in Communication Design Range of Styles for Renderings Phase-differentiated & Realistic Color Masterplan Drawings Virtual Fly-through Videos Sustainability & Technology 3 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff Focus on lifespan energy efficiency and ROI for building systems BIM (Building Information Modeling) technology coordinates all building systems in 3D Proactive ongoing education in emerging construction technologies Acoustics & Audio/ Visual/ Lighting Technology Hands-on Management of AVL Systems Design Extensive work with Acoustical Consultants Graphic Design & Visual Communication Graphic Designer on staff Logo & Branding Services for Print, Web and Architectural Signage Project Management Structure Single Point-of-Contact for the duration of your project – no passing off from department to department. better follow-through on initial design concepts staff loyalty & enthusiasm for the project staff efficiency through continuity – no learning curves owner confidence through team familiarity Our Church Design Approach ​ THE ENVISIONING PROCESS: Authenticity arises from a design that is rooted in your mission. Our desire is to help your mission bear fruit. ​ CHURCH'S MISSION – Your mission statement defines your unique identity and purpose and is foundational for all aspects of growth and planning. STRATEGIC MINISTRY PLAN – A strategic plan identifies priorities, goals, and methods for realizing your mission, based on collective input of the stakeholders. ‘BIG PICTURE’ DESIGN CONCEPTS – A set of principal core concepts authentically based on your mission will initiate, define, and guide the entire facility design process. FACILITIES MASTER PLAN – A facilities master plan utilizes all available knowledge of your history and goals to integrate all anticipated needs. SPECIFIC DESIGN SOLUTION – Our design translates the planning work and design concepts into a cohesive set of proven solutions that balance the needs and constraints of the project, ultimately laying a foundation that will support the flourishing of your mission.

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HIGH-PERFORMANCE DESIGN High-performance design embodies a holistic approach, emphasizing resilience to shocks, long-term operational efficiency, resource conservation and the well-being of building occupants. HIGH-PERFORMANCE DESIGN PILLARS Sustainability Communities are subject to acute shocks (sudden, intense events such as severe storms) and chronic stresses (daily or cyclical forces that weaken a community, such as climate change) that impact the livelihoods of the people who live, work, study and play there. Looking at each project through the lens of resiliency offers a holistic perspective, one that benefits both the building and the site. Embedding this approach ensures that critical challenges and opportunities are identified, potential responses are considered, and successful solutions are implemented. In Practice: Conduct a Resilient Design Workshop to surface potential hazards and vulnerabilities, and to align goals and expectations. Wellness Wellness focuses on health, well-being, and quality of life. Best practices combined with the client’s vision and goals informs the design, promotes belonging, and ultimately strengthens the human experience. Resilience Our design process considers the local, regional, and global community while balancing ecological, economic, and social needs of the project. Our design response balances these considerations with the project budget and overall goals. Incorporating an effective and well-considered level of sustainable design in a project is a means to energy savings and reduced operating costs, increased occupant comfort, and stewardship of our natural resources. In Practice: Conduct a Sustainable Design Alignment Workshop to develop project priorities, goals, and expectations related to rating systems, energy and water efficiency, as well as building and occupant health. Biophilic Design Biophilic design is the practice of connecting nature, human biology, and the built environment. It can reduce stress, enhance cognitive function, and improve mood and performance. We can integrate natural materials such as wood, stone, vegetation, along with daylight and colors inspired by nature. Incorporating biophilic design is proven to have the same effect as being outside. Learn more about FGMA's approach to high-performance design. Get in Touch Libraries must be designed to provide a welcoming space for everyone and adapt to the ever-changing needs of the community. FGMA brings inclusive, supportive, flexible spaces to support the library and community at large. ​ Design values for libraries Design with empathy Position the library as the service center of the community Create spaces that empower individual growth Design for everyone, not the majority Enhance the unique community culture Bridge the inequity gaps within the community Design for today and future needs