Project Overview
Professional Systems Engineering, LLC provided design/consulting services for security, holding/detention control systems, courts security and allied building security communications for the renovation of the existing courthouse and addition. Vigilant security protection and sensitivity to an open access atmosphere are critical components that are addressed in an unobtrusive and aesthetic manner. The design team provided architectural design, security, and communications services within conservative governmental budgetary constraints.
This $50 million renovation consists of an existing 170,000 SF courthouse and an 80,000 SF addition. Lehigh County Courthouse constructed an addition including courts, and incorporates a new common-area, 4-story atrium in the courthouse complex. The addition was fronted to the existing structure, and includes a lobby, courts, holding spaces for defendants, family members, law enforcement professionals, and judges’ chambers. The existing facility was also renovated.
It was recognized by all stakeholders that accommodation for open access is considered to be of utmost importance and priority for public buildings, particularly the courts. Vigilant security protection and sensitivity to an open access atmosphere are critical components that are addressed in an unobtrusive and aesthetic manner. The design team provided architectural design, security, and communications services within conservative governmental budgetary constraints.
Services Provided
- Monitoring and controlled access systems
- Card access protection
- CCTV surveillance
- Metal detection
- Security intercom
- Control consoles
- Elevator security with restricted floor access to Judicial Officer
- Physical security consoles
- Door/gate control/ monitoring
- Parking facility access
- Wired/wireless duress
- Integrated video/audio door control
- Wired/wireless duress
- Integrated video/audio door control
Catonsville, Maryland
