Faced with aging facilities and inadequate space, North Middleton Township commissioned SGS to design an 11,060 square foot administration building and a 23,512 square foot public works building.
The entrance is clearly marked by a contemporary interpretation of a classical portico that has strong pronounced columns and supports a sleek, well proportioned pediment that stretches forward to meet the public.
The administration building houses the public meeting room, offices, and the police department. The energy efficient design incorporates brick veneered six-inch walls with high insulation levels, efficient casement windows, zoned gas heating, and a southwestern orientation to maximize solar gains on the site.
The public works building contains parking and repair facilities for township vehicles and offices for the supporting staff. Heat recovery was used with gas radiant heat to keep energy use and air infiltration at a minimum and provide comfort to the employees.