Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner for Public Safety and Municipal Facilities
Jacunski Humes Architects has been delivering architectural excellence since 1996, establishing itself as a leader in public safety facility design across New England. Our team of five licensed architects and three LEED Accredited Professionals combines decades of experience with a client-centric approach to create functional, sustainable spaces. We specialize in police, fire, school, and municipal facilities, leveraging our deep understanding of operational requirements and regulatory standards. Our unique model employs specialized consultants tailored to each project, ensuring expertise aligns precisely with client needs rather than organizational constraints. With NCARB certification in Connecticut and Massachusetts, we maintain rigorous professional standards while serving diverse communities nationwide.Our portfolio demonstrates mastery in both new construction and facility renovation, consistently achieving client goals within budgetary parameters. We prioritize sustainable design through membership in the U.S. Green Building Council, integrating environmentally responsible practices into every project. Our national network of technical consultants enables us to address complex facility requirements with precision. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, collaborative approach, and ability to transform challenging projects into award-winning facilities. This commitment to excellence has earned us recognition in architectural competitions and long-standing relationships with municipal clients seeking reliable, innovative design solutions.
Services
Public Safety Facility Design
Municipal Facility Planning
Educational Facility Architecture
LEED Certified Design
Exterior Restoration & Roofing
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in public safety facility design
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals for sustainable design
- We assemble project-specific consultant teams for optimal expertise
- We maintain NCARB certification in Connecticut and Massachusetts
- We've completed more public safety facility projects than any New England firm
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
- U.S. Green Building Council
- NCARB Certified
What people say
State of the art facility
Outstanding combination of experience
Maintaining old fashioned values
Project completed on time
Design reflected educational needs
Services
Public Safety Facility Design
Specializing in police stations, fire departments, and emergency facilities, our designs balance security requirements with community accessibility. We create functional spaces that enhance operational efficiency while meeting strict safety standards. Our team's deep understanding of law enforcement and emergency response protocols ensures facilities support both personnel needs and public safety objectives.
Municipal Facility Planning
We design town halls, community centers, and administrative offices that combine civic functionality with architectural excellence. Our approach prioritizes public accessibility, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Each project incorporates community input to create spaces that reflect local character while meeting modern governance requirements.
Educational Facility Architecture
Our K-12 and higher education projects focus on creating inspiring learning environments that support pedagogical goals. We specialize in both new construction and adaptive reuse of existing buildings, integrating technology-ready infrastructure and flexible spaces that accommodate evolving educational needs while maintaining strict budget controls.
LEED Certified Design
We incorporate sustainable design principles across all project types, with LEED-certified professionals guiding environmentally responsible solutions. Our approach balances energy efficiency, material sustainability, and occupant wellness while maintaining compliance with rigorous certification standards through strategic consultant partnerships.
Exterior Restoration & Roofing
Specializing in historic preservation and modern building envelope upgrades, we restore architectural integrity while improving energy performance. Our expertise includes slate roofing replacement, copper flashing restoration, and integration of solar roofing systems that maintain aesthetic character while enhancing building longevity.
People
Brian Humes
Architect
Licensed architect with over 25 years of experience in public safety facility design. Specializes in creating functional spaces that balance security requirements with community accessibility. Leads project teams in delivering complex municipal projects within budget constraints.
W. Albert Jacunski
Architect
Experienced architect with expertise in educational facility design and historic preservation. Focuses on creating learning environments that support pedagogical goals while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Directs restoration projects that combine architectural integrity with modern functionality.
Questions
What types of architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in public safety facilities, municipal buildings, educational institutions, and LEED-certified designs. Our expertise includes both new construction and renovation projects for government and educational clients.
How long have you focused on public safety facility design?
Since our founding in 1996, we've concentrated on public safety architecture, completing more police and fire facility projects across New England than any other firm.
Are your architects LEED certified?
Yes, we have three LEED Accredited Professionals on staff who integrate sustainable design principles into all our projects while maintaining functional requirements and budget constraints.
How do you approach complex renovation projects?
We employ specialized consultants tailored to each project's needs, combining historic preservation expertise with modern building systems to deliver cost-effective, code-compliant renovations that maintain architectural integrity.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Connecticut, we serve clients throughout New England and have completed projects in Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Rhode Island through our national consultant network.
