The City of Muskego hired Zimmerman to create a comprehensive plan for all public buildings. This plan introduced the concept of a Muskego Government building design, which included constructing a new City Hall and converting the existing City Hall into a police station. Both projects were completed side by side on the existing City Hall site. The project also involved renovating the Public Works facility and remodeling a newly acquired fleet maintenance facility.
Phasing the projects presented challenges for site improvements. The new City Hall served as the enabling project. Building it first ensured uninterrupted municipal government services and set the foundation for the overall success of the project.
The Council Chambers and public meeting spaces were designed for flexible event scheduling. Off-hours security was maintained for daytime service areas, aligning with the original goals of the Muskego Government building design project.
To prioritize natural light, the design features a courtyard and a high-volume lobby with clerestory windows. These elements fill many of the spaces with natural daylight, a key aspect of the design.
The City chose a prairie-style aesthetic for the building. To modernize the traditional design with its long-hipped roof, new construction wrapped around three visible sides of the existing structure. Extensive exterior glass and clear anodized metal panels give the building a contemporary and civic appeal, further enhancing the Muskego Government building design.
