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Sally Swanson Architects SSA, Inc. (SSA) believes that truly successful civic buildings do not just serve a community; they are an expression of the community they serve. By reflecting a sense of shared experience and common purpose they become a powerful symbol of civic identity. That is why SSA is committed to thorough community participation in the planning and design processes. Key ideas gain real value through a type of back-and-forth with community members in which we solicit their input and then stimulate their imagination with a sense of the possibilities. The remainder of the project may be seen as the process of realizing these ideas. In the service of that goal, SSA has cultivated a unique familiarity with the functional requirements of civic buildings and the expertise to effectively organize their components. We also bring a commitment to sustainable design solutions and the benefits of new technology. Designed to harmonize with the surrounding architectural context and the unique sense of place, the finished building may be said to be functionally, aesthetically, and symbolically for the people. |