Architectural Design

CGL's variety of design experience includes local, state-level, federal, and international projects ranging from the development of prototype housing units for state department of corrections, to training facilities for fire stations and law enforcement entities, to full service correctional facility design, and other justice and military building types. CGL provides specialized designs with a specific understanding of operational philosophies, products, systems and methods of construction unique to criminal justice facilities.

CGL provides complete specifications that consider facility operation, construction schedule, sustainable materials and unique client needs. CGL provides assistance to owners and contractors during construction to resolve technical issues to facilitate decision making and keep construction on schedule. CGL's range of design services includes:

Space Planning and Design Options
Adjacency Diagrams
Circulation Patterns
Program Review
Detailed Floor Layouts
Project Schedule
Construction Budget and Cost Estimates
Specification Documents
Mechanical/Electrical Systems and Materials
Bid Assistance and Negotiation
Construction Contracts and Approval Documents
Site Visits/Site Representation
Payment Applications Review and Certification
Change Orders/Construction Change Directives