Civic

Washington County Courthouse

Washington County Courthouse

Abingdon
,
Virginia
Hanover Fire Station 17

Hanover Fire Station 17

Mechanicsville
,
Virginia
Williamsburg Police Station

Williamsburg Police Station

Williamsburg
,
Virginia
Richmond Fire Station 12

Richmond Fire Station 12

Richmond
,
Virginia
Augusta County Courthouse

Augusta County Courthouse

Verona
,
Virginia
Henrico Police Station South

Henrico Police Station South

Highland Springs
,
Virginia

Making Space for Impact

Stewarding taxpayer dollars is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. It is a balancing act and filter applied to every decision about public spaces. Environments must welcome and serve the community while safeguarding and supporting the people who work in them.

Our clients feel the gravity of their responsibility deeply, and we are here to shoulder it with them. Our team goes beyond simply listening; we ask the questions that reveal the heart of the assignment to uncover what truly matters.

Public resources may be finite, but public impact is not. That is why we focus on designs that help unlock the potential of every square foot and every dollar. Whether it is fitting an additional apparatus bay into a fire station, simplifying the roofline of a government administration building to lower maintenance costs, or using scale, materials, and natural light to make a courthouse feel less intimidating, the thrill of problem solving carries extra meaning when it is in service of the community. 

Success is not just about the ribbon cutting ceremony. It is about creating spaces where people feel welcome, safe, and assisted—where the space itself helps care for citizens, build trust, and strengthen the community.

Chris Roman and Tyler Whately to Present at 2026 Fire Station Design Symposium

Fire station design requires an understanding of their unique operational needs and first responders' well-being. One design consideration that affects both is humidity control, as environmental quality determines both building and equipment efficiency and occupant comfort. Civic principal Chris Roman and mechanical engineering operations manager Tyler Whately will present on this topic at F.I.E.R.O.’s annual Fire Station Design Symposium in Greenville, S.C.

Meet Our Leaders

Josh Bennett

Josh

Bennett

Civic Sector Leader
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Jason Maloney

Jason

Maloney

Design Principal
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