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Macomb County Intake Center

Jail expansion with mental health treatment focus

Aerial rendering of the Macomb County Central Intake and Assessment Center
LocationMacomb County, Michigan
ClientMacomb County
RoleSenior Justice Designer
FirmSTV (with PARTNERS in Architecture)
TimelineOctober 2023 - March 2024

Project Overview

Expansion design for the Macomb County Jail focusing on mental health treatment capacity and modern intake/assessment operations. The facility addresses growing needs for behavioral health services within the justice system.

This project required innovative layout strategies to integrate therapeutic environments within a secure detention framework, allowing for effective mental health treatment while maintaining operational security.

Design Focus

The Macomb County project addresses a critical gap in justice facilities: adequate mental health treatment capacity. Key design priorities included:

  • Mental Health Housing – Specialized units for individuals requiring psychiatric care
  • Intake Optimization – Streamlined assessment processes for efficient processing
  • Treatment Integration – Clinical spaces embedded within housing areas
  • Staff Safety – Sightlines and circulation supporting officer security

Project Contribution

  • Led expansion design focusing on mental health and occupancy requirements
  • Spearheaded Revit BIM implementation from Schematic Design through Design Development
  • Directed creation of custom components for unique architectural elements
  • Designed therapeutic environments through innovative layout strategies
  • Delivered stakeholder presentations communicating design concepts and progress

Key Features

Mental Health Units

Dedicated housing for behavioral health treatment

Assessment Center

Streamlined intake and evaluation processes

Treatment Rooms

Clinical spaces for therapy and medical care

Secure Circulation

Optimized movement patterns for safety

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