The Grayton Beach State Park Concession Building in Walton County, Florida, was built to make the park more accessible to visitors by adding a concession area by the campgrounds. Before this project, visitors had to leave the park for food, restrooms and camping supplies. We designed this building to blend with the park’s environment, offering outdoor seating, scenic views and public bathrooms. The most significant challenge during the project was compiling information from multiple sources, including structural guidelines, building codes and stormwater requirements.

After it was built, Rosa’s Community Garden (RCG) helped people in Jackson County, Florida, get fresh food and health services. In 2022, about one in five residents lived in poverty, 6.7% higher than the national average. The garden allowed people to grow food, learn new skills and connect with others.

Seminole Finances has a new home following the completion of construction at Summit East. The development provides office space within Summit East Technology Park that serves as a professional and welcoming place for their employees and clients. Our designs followed all local regulations from the City of Tallahassee and Summit East Technology Park. This expansion offers substantial opportunities for Seminole Finances and stability of the park for years to come.

The Human Bean project created an efficient drive-thru coffee shop in Marianna, FL. The shop sat on a small 0.16-acre lot along US Highway 90. This required careful planning to manage traffic flow and make the best use of the limited space. Without good design, congestion could have caused traffic delays and safety issues for customers and passing vehicles.

Florida is grappling with climate change, facing rising sea levels, stronger storms and significant environmental threats. Homeowner insurance premiums average $3,600 yearly, with much of the state’s $145 billion in property at risk from flooding and coastal erosion. Meanwhile, the $15 billion fishing industry is shrinking and saltwater intrusion pollutes drinking water. As climate-related disasters become more frequent, Florida requires advanced infrastructure and precise predictions to mitigate these threats.

We improved the intersection of Old Bainbridge Road and Capital Circle Northwest to enhance safety and accessibility for all users. The original design was dangerous because of its awkward shape, high traffic and poor layout. We fixed these problems by redesigning the intersection. We created a 90-degree angle, added better signs for visibility and improved the drainage system to prevent water buildup.

The expansion of the I-10 Rest Area in Okaloosa County, Fla., addresses major problems truck drivers face at this rest stop. Before the project, this rest area had limited and inconvenient parking for truck drivers and insufficient hygiene facilities. These problems made it difficult for drivers to get the proper rest and cleanliness to continue their trips safely. Truck drivers are the backbone of the American economy, transporting goods daily. This project aimed to improve the rest area to benefit truck drivers and community members.

The design for Nature’s Cart combined functionality, efficiency and visual appeal to maximize land use while ensuring easy access for nearby residents.

Our final project focused on improving traffic flow at the busy intersection of Lakeshore Drive and North Meridian Road in Tallahassee, Fla., to reduce drivers’ wait times. This intersection troubled drivers, especially those trying to go north on Lakeshore Drive. The steady flow of cars on North Meridian Road creates difficulties for Lakeshore Drive traffic attempting to merge or turn. This causes long lines of cars and delays, particularly during peak hours.

This project created a safe and well-planned self-storage facility in Ft. Myers, Fla. We aimed to design a three-story, 100,000-square-foot building with a parking lot, drainage system and utility connections. Our design followed local building rules and the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure safety and accessibility.