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Sarasota County Fire Station #8
Sarasota County Fire Station #8
Sarasota, FL, United States
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Sarasota County Fire Station #8
Sarasota, FL, United States
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STATUS
Built
YEAR
2020
SIZE
10,000 sqft - 25,000 sqft
BUDGET
$5M - 10M
Sarasota County Fire Station No. 8 replaced a temporary facility with a modern campus designed to meet the functional needs of first responders while honoring the community’s history. The main station includes four garage bays for fire apparatus and rescue vehicles, gear storage, and living quarters accommodating 14 personnel. Thoughtfully designed communal spaces include a kitchen, dining area, lounge, and exercise room to provide comfort during long shifts. The adjacent Special Operations Building supports hazardous rescues and emergencies with specialized vehicle storage and an air-conditioned workspace for equipment servicing.
The design emphasizes durability and resilience, with the entire facility built to withstand Category 4 hurricanes. A 24-foot aluminum training tower provides opportunities for stairwell rescue and rappelling drills, enhancing firefighter preparedness. Low-maintenance materials and sustainable design principles, such as green building elements, ensure long-term efficiency and operational functionality.
Reflecting the site’s history as part of Sarasota’s celery fields, the design incorporates textured limestone cladding, paying homage to the area’s agricultural roots while establishing a contemporary aesthetic. Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors balanced practicality and symbolism, creating a facility that serves as a vital community resource while offering first responders a resilient and welcoming space to support their critical work.
The design emphasizes durability and resilience, with the entire facility built to withstand Category 4 hurricanes. A 24-foot aluminum training tower provides opportunities for stairwell rescue and rappelling drills, enhancing firefighter preparedness. Low-maintenance materials and sustainable design principles, such as green building elements, ensure long-term efficiency and operational functionality.
Reflecting the site’s history as part of Sarasota’s celery fields, the design incorporates textured limestone cladding, paying homage to the area’s agricultural roots while establishing a contemporary aesthetic. Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors balanced practicality and symbolism, creating a facility that serves as a vital community resource while offering first responders a resilient and welcoming space to support their critical work.
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