Case Study: Designing for Safety, Service, and Small-Town Spirit
How a rural New Hampshire community reimagined its fire station—and rallied around the future.
In Westmoreland, NH, a 1956 fire station was no longer meeting the needs of its volunteer-run department. Outdated, undersized, and unsafe, the building presented daily challenges to first responders, limiting their ability to protect the community. Michael Petrovick Architects was brought in to design a solution—one that would not only meet current health and safety standards but also reflect the town’s historic character.
Download our case study to see how we:
- Navigated the most significant capital investment in the town’s recent history
- Balanced modern safety features and maximized functionality on a limited site and budget
- Created a space that supports first responders—and better protects residents
Get the full story of Westmoreland’s new fire station—a thoughtful, resilient, and community-powered design. Complete the form below to download your copy of the case study.
Fire Station Experience
Michael Petrovick Architects (MPA) specializes in leading-edge, safety-driven fire station design for small to medium-sized fire departments with volunteer or blended staffs. Departments seeking guidance concerning safety facility needs and planning benefit from our experience and understanding of 21st-century design for public safety that supports each department’s mission and integrates into the community’s fabric.