Design Development (DD) is the crucial link between the Schematic Design and the Construction Documentation phases. DD refines concepts into well-defined architectural solutions with practical construction, and it allows CNH Architects to begin with modeling the built environment.
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CNH Architects, Ltd. announces the hiring of Architectural Designer, Mariah Zeien. Mariah brings a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to the CNH Architects firm. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and New Art Media from the University of North Dakota and a Master’s degree in Architecture from North Dakota State University, Mariah is well-equipped to make an impact in the architectural field.
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CNH’s largest fire station to date, the City of Burnsville’s Fire Station No. 1 is home to a crew of all full-time firefighters and more than 44,000 SF with 10 apparatus bays. Firefighter safety was one of nine top priorities for the station. Multiple contamination zones and a designated de-contamination area will allow firefighters to keep contaminated equipment and clothing in the apparatus bay until decontaminated. Another priority in the design was firefighter mental health. A warning system that slowly ramps up with alert tones and lighting while only alerting responding staff ensures firefighters are not awoken in an abrupt manner. The station includes areas for relaxation with different lighting to promote natural sleep rhythms, as well as a yoga studio and meditation garden. Extensive firefighter training features including Firefighter 1 and advanced training elements are another highlight of the station.