In the nearly 10 years that since we launched Station Style, I’ve
learned a few things about architects. I believe that architects and
apparatus manufacturers have a lot in common. Both like challenging and
unique projects. Both can wow you with designs they are fiercely proud
of. And both need to be reminded of budgets.
I could come up with a much longer list, especially because fire
stations and fire apparatus are big, long-term investments for a
department.
Fire station design and construction has gained prominence in those
years because of several significant trends in the emergency services
profession as a whole. Exhaust removal systems and fitness rooms become
standard in new fire stations, as have male and female toilet and shower
facilities. Training options are being designed in to stations, as are
separate areas for decon and laundry facilities. The next 10 years will
see the incorporation of safe zones and micro-bacterial fabrics to
restrict the spread infectious diseases. Click
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