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Baltimore Therapeutic Treatment Center

Behavioral health facility with advanced BIM and AI documentation

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LocationBaltimore, Maryland
ClientState of Maryland
RoleJustice Designer
FirmSTV
TimelineMarch 2023 - November 2023

Project Overview

A behavioral health treatment facility designed to serve individuals requiring secure therapeutic care. The project demanded careful balance between clinical treatment needs, security requirements, and environments that support mental health recovery.

This project showcased the integration of advanced BIM technology and AI-assisted documentation to streamline design and coordination across multiple disciplines.

Design Approach

Behavioral health facilities require a fundamentally different approach than traditional detention. Key considerations included:

  • Therapeutic Environments – Spaces that reduce anxiety and support recovery
  • Clinical Functionality – Layouts optimized for treatment delivery
  • Safety Without Oppression – Security measures that don't feel institutional
  • Natural Light – Maximized daylight for circadian rhythm support

Project Contribution

  • Established Revit BIM environment for full project team coordination
  • Led creation of custom Revit families for cells, doors, and security partitions
  • Implemented AI and Power BI automation for Room Data Sheets across all disciplines
  • Developed automated NSF calculations for consistent area analysis
  • Coordinated structural planning between trades
  • Mentored architect team on justice design principles

Key Features

AI-Powered Documentation

Automated Room Data Sheets generated across all disciplines

Power BI Integration

Real-time reporting and analytics from Revit model data

Custom Revit Families

Specialized components for behavioral health security

Automated NSF Calcs

Consistent area analysis across scheme iterations

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