Farnsworth Group led a multidisciplinary design team to provide architectural and engineering services for a new Army National Guard Readiness Center in West Des Moines, Iowa.
The facility was planned on a 48-acre shared campus that also accommodates a future municipal fire station and training center, requiring careful coordination of long-term site development and infrastructure.
Designed to support Infantry and Transportation Company operations, the Readiness Center includes administrative space, classrooms, an assembly hall, secured storage areas, physical fitness facilities, locker rooms, a commercial kitchen, and mission-critical support functions. Site improvements include military and public vehicle parking, access roads, loading facilities, stormwater management systems, and supporting utilities.
The project incorporates resilient and sustainable design features, including a photovoltaic system, backup power generation, and specialized facilities for waste and flammable material handling. All improvements were designed in accordance with State of Iowa building codes and Unified Facilities Criteria, with the project targeting LEED v4 Silver certification.
