The Franklin County James A. Karnes Correction Center received a 2024 Building Columbus Award in the Best New Medical Project category. Columbus Business First honored Central Ohio projects that elevate the city’s skyline and contributes to the community’s growth.

Considered a “Center for Innovation” by the National Institute of Corrections, the $297 million Franklin County Corrections Center has redefined how to address inmate needs. DLZ developed a design that is considered the premier facility in the United States to address mental health, medical, behavioral management, and addiction issues. With a focus on the Continuum of Care/Re-entry and Reintegration into the community, the design implements innovative biophilic design approaches to normalizing the colors, materials, textures, daylighting, and systems.

The Building Columbus Awards recognizes projects that demonstrate exceptional professional achievement in design, development, and construction.

Congratulations to all the honorees and their project teams!