Mass State Police Lower Basin Barracks Modernization

Barracks Transformation and Expansion Balances Efficiency, Sustainability, and Enhanced Community Engagement for a Progressive Future

This project involved the modernization and expansion of the existing 14,000-square-foot state police barracks and constructing a 4,500-square-foot main entrance addition. Program changes included a community room, as well as a garage and sally port for the receiving of detainees. The building remained partially occupied throughout the project.

The project also consisted of a complete redesign of the site work for the Barracks use, pedestrian circulation and landscaped recreational open spaces. Demolition of adjacent buildings was also included in the scope of work.

Certified LEED Gold, sustainable design features include green roof and cool roofing, improved energy efficiency of the building envelope by exceeding code minimum insulation requirements, mechanical ventilation systems to utilize energy recovery ventilators for all supply and exhaust air, water conservation measures, and green infrastructure to reduce heat islands and address site drainage.

Planning and executing the project involved close coordination not only with DCAMM and the design team but also the Massachusetts State Police, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), Boston Water and Sewer Commission, and the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA).

Project Highlights

• Renovation and new construction in a partially occupied building
• Close coordination with multiple state agencies
• Extensive use of BIM throughout all project phases