Safe, Secure Schools and Public Spaces
How can I use design to strengthen my building’s security?
Our work in safety and security design began with PK12 schools.
We soon realized that all public buildings need well-designed safety features that don’t disrupt an open, welcoming feel.
What safety and security projects does Bond work on?
Planning
Working with districts to identify, plan, and implement districtwide safety upgrades.
Access Control
Redesigning entries with safety features such as security vestibules and transaction windows.
Site Circulation
Design strategies to guide pedestrian and vehicular circulation along safe routes.
Life Safety
Comprehensive assessments, planning, and implementation of life safety code upgrades.
Signage and Wayfinding
Exterior and interior signage and wayfinding standards to help occupants safely navigate your campus or building.
Storm Shelters
ICC-500 standard storm shelters, designed to meet both code and programming needs.
How do you design safer schools?
The new Wright City High School features multiple state-of-the-art security features.
How do you design safer civic buildings?
Our renovation of the University City Public Library prioritized visitor and employee safety.
Pending Color-Code Requirements for School Buildings
Information on new color-coding requirements for school buildings in Missouri.
Resources for Designing Safer Schools and Public Buildings.
Building a Safer Environment: K-12 Education
Our original report on school safety design.
Building a Safer Environment: Libraries
An adaptation of our safety and security design strategies created for public library buildings.