Carmel Police Department Addition

Location: Carmel, Indiana
Scale: 74,742 SF
Program: City Court / Clerks Office / Courtroom / Training and Workspace / Offices / Crime Laboratory
Team: Studio M, City of Carmel, Envoy, KBSO Consulting, CE Solutions Inc, Crossroad Engineers PC, JS Held LLC
Status: Complete

The Carmel Police Station and Court Addition is a forward-thinking response to the evolving needs of both the Carmel Police Department and the broader community. Since the original facility was constructed in 1990, the city’s population has grown from 25,000 to over 100,000 residents—necessitating a facility that meets current operational demands while providing flexibility for future growth. A central design challenge was crafting an interior that supports the specialized functions of law enforcement while reflecting the values of the community it serves. The addition features a unified material palette that incorporates sustainable, enduring finishes and thoughtfully ties the new spaces to the existing architecture. This creates a seamless connection between the City Court, Clerk’s Office, and their associated programs—ensuring the facility remains functional, welcoming, and adaptable for generations to come.