Boomerang designed a revolutionary 47,000 SF Public Safety Center in Currituck County. This facility consolidates essential public safety operations into a single, resilient building. With features such as a 911 communications center and enhanced security measures, the new Public Safety Center exemplifies our commitment to operational efficiency and excellence in public-sector design.
- Client: Currituck County
- Location: Barco, NC
- Size: 47,000 SF
- Delivery Method: Design-Build
Centralized Command for Superior Emergency Response
Boomerang provided Currituck County with complete architectural and engineering services for a cutting-edge Public Safety Center designated as a Risk Category IV Emergency Services facility. This resilient complex centralizes Currituck County’s essential public safety operations—emergency communications, law enforcement, and EMS support—under one roof, ensuring continuity of operations and enhancing countywide preparedness through a unified, highly coordinated hub.
Integrated Public Safety Hub
The facility is organized to support seamless daily operations and rapid response, bringing together:
- 911 Communications Center
- Emergency Operations
- Sheriff’s Office
- Training classrooms
- Offices and meeting spaces
- Bunk rooms
- Evidence storage
- Kitchen facilities
- A fully conditioned EMS warehouse for vehicle maintenance and medical supply distribution
Combining these departments into a single facility streamlines communication, improves cross-departmental collaboration, and enhances the effectiveness of Currituck County’s first responders during both routine and high-impact events.
Built-In Security + Resilience
Our team prioritized the development of advanced security systems in the design from day one. Ballistic-rated assemblies protect key public-facing areas, balancing safety with clear, intuitive workflows for staff and visitors. Systems and materials were carefully selected for durability, ease of maintenance, and long-term performance in Currituck County’s coastal environment, reducing lifecycle costs while increasing resilience.
Thoughtful Approach + Proven Methodology
Recognizing the mission-critical nature of the project, Boomerang applied a disciplined, highly collaborative design process focused on:
- Rigorous programming that aligns space needs with operational realities
- Ongoing stakeholder coordination with Currituck County leadership and public safety teams
- Phased cost validation to maintain tight control of scope, budget, and schedule
This methodology safeguarded operational continuity during delivery and ensured the facility met performance expectations without exceeding defined public budgets
Planning for the Future
Our team developed a comprehensive master plan to accommodate future growth, reduce potential disruptions, and eliminate the need for costly retrofits as the County expands. The new Public Safety Center’s flexible layout, clear circulation, and scalable infrastructure ensure the building can easily adapt to evolving technologies, staffing needs, and response demands.
Commitment to Public-Sector Excellence
The Currituck County Public Safety Center exemplifies Boomerang’s ability to deliver complex public-sector facilities in which resilience, security, and operational efficiency are non-negotiable. Our longstanding partnership with the County—and deep familiarity with maintaining facilities in coastal conditions—directly informed the design, resulting in a high-performing, long-lasting asset that supports both daily operations and large-scale emergency response.