Project Name: Maryland SPCA Project location: Baltimore, Maryland

Project Name: Maryland SPCA Project location: Baltimore, Maryland Project Category: Institutional SITE: Located on the top of a hill with a single access point, expansion space was limited. The design team carefully strategized the construction phasing and staging areas, to allow the facility to stay open and completely functioning during construction. A new fire hydrant was required and grounds were improved with lighting, landscaping, and signage. PROGRAM: The facility was renovated to support the Maryland SPCA’s mission to improve the lives of pets and people in the community. Design solutions allowed clear separation of functions, better flow of operations and staff efficiency. More cat areas and exam rooms were needed, as well as a large training room for animal and owner training and interaction. Storage and staff areas, accessibility improvements, and a new fire sprinkler system were important program requirements. SOLUTION: Renovations and additions for the Maryland SPCA include improvements to an existing kennel facility, and an addition on a challenging site, staying within a firm budget and a tight 8 month construction time. Key design elements include; separate public and private functions, a clear separation of incoming and outgoing animal functions, additional animal holding areas, and exam rooms, a new public training room, improved accessibility, staff efficiency, acoustics, sustainability and energy efficiency, and general health of animals. Value Engineering decisions early and during construction offered the most cost-­‐effective design solutions and resulted in good stewardship of funding, Wood trusses offered the most cost-­‐
effective solution, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems were carefully analyzed to maximize comfort and minimize cost. SOCIAL, ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS: Separating the incoming and outgoing functions resulted in eliminating stress on staff and visitors. The overall health of the animals was improved by adding daylight and fresh air solutions. The animals are healthier, the rate of isolation is reduced, the amount of medication used is reduced, and animals are adopted much more quickly. Acoustic materials allow more private discussions, and control noisy kennel sounds, allowing a more relaxed and enjoyable environment for animals and people. Energy considerations, healthiness and cleanliness were maximized with thoughtful selection of durable materials, keeping maintenance in mind. The training room helps keep animals from needing shelters and a more positive experience for the animals, visitors, staff and volunteers, was needed in order to fulfill the Maryland SPCA’s mission. Site Before Rendering Adoption Entrance Entrance After, Before is inset Adoption Lobby After, Before is inset Rescue Surrender Entrance After, Before is inset Dog Kennels After & Before Clinic / Exam Area Before & After Cat Rooms After & Before Cat Apartments New Community Training Space Restroom Employee Offices Exterior Green Roof Site Plan Working Meeting Sketch Preliminary SD