Valley County Courthouse
Scope of Work
Full architectural services
Location
Ord, NE
The History
Built 1919, Architect: William F. Gernandt
Project Completion
2017
The Challenge
In 2011, Berggren Architects was hired by Valley County to provide architectural services to bring their courthouse up to code, increase building accessibility, and restore portions of the historic building fabric.
In 2016, Berggren Architects was hired to re-design the sheriff’s department to improve security and convenience.
The Strategy
Berggren Architects has overseen the courthouse through three major phases of construction. The first phase saw the construction of an exterior stair as a means of egress. The second phase added a new elevator, fire alarm system, and fire sprinkler system. The third phase restored the terracotta and brickwork on the building exterior. Throughout this multiphase process, Berggren Architects has remained sympathetic to the existing building.
The Results
Berggren Architects renovated the historic courthouse and sheriff’s office.
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Our Process
We listen to you
We are preservation architects, let’s get together and talk about your project. Once we know your ideas, we can start your project in the right directions.
We involve you in the planning
Planning projects is what we do. We’ll work with you to develop the best way to implement your ideas. Our written documents are the road map which is essential to ensuring your expectations.
We make it happen
When you’re ready to implement your ideas, we’ll gather together the craftsmen and women necessary and bring your ideas to life. Architecture is in the details. We will follow your project through completion ensuring all the details meet your expectations.