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Barrientos Design & Consulting, Inc.

We are an award-winning, architectural firm specializing in operations and maintenance facilities. Architecture, Design, & Consulting

Established in 1997, our Milwaukee-based firm practices architecture in multiple states including, Florida, California and Kansas.

09/01/2026

After speaking at the Government Fleet Expo & Conference (GFX), our Principal Architect and President, Norman Barrientos, AIA sat down with Nichole Osinski, the Executive Editor at Government Fleet. They addressed the most common - and costly - mistakes that fleets are making today, and how to avoid them.

Their discussion included:
☑️ How agencies can use operational data to build the case for a new or renovated garage
☑️ Tips for gaining approval and moving your project forward
☑️ Why fleet managers should stay involved throughout the planning process
☑️ How facilities can be designed to support the maintenance demands of tomorrow's fleet
☑️ The latest trends affecting fleet garage design

If you're planning a new or refreshed fleet facility (or wondering whether you should be), you won't want to miss this valuable conversation. Watch the full discussion here:

08/25/2026

A maintenance facility is far more than a building.

Ross Jackson, CAFM, put it best after connecting with our team at GFX. A well-designed O&M facility is one of the most important operational tools a public fleet has, directly impacting technician productivity, fleet uptime, and the long-term sustainability of daily operations.

At Barrientos Design, this is exactly what we've built our practice around for over 27 years. Every facility we design is grounded in years of research and real-world operational experience, giving agencies not only a facility designed around their mission, but also the data to justify that investment through measurable operational and financial returns.

Thank you, Ross, for sharing this reflection. It's conversations like these that reinforce why this work matters.

08/18/2026

Our President, Norman Barrientos, AIA will be speaking at the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo 2026 (NC Clean Energy Technology Center) in Durham, North Carolina on August 26.

Norman's panel, "Assessing & Planning Facilities for All Fuel Types," will focus on the building and site implications of supporting EV, CNG, hydrogen, and other evolving fleet technologies.

Norman will be discussing how fleet organizations can assess repair bays, utility capacity, ventilation, fueling and charging infrastructure, life-safety requirements, and phased capital improvements before committing to vehicle transitions.

Fleet transition planning and facility transition planning need to move together, and attendees of Norman's panel will learn strategies to successfully make this happen. If you're attending, Norman looks forward to connecting with you in Durham!

To learn more about the Sustainable Fleet Expo, visit sustainablefleetexpo.com.

08/11/2026

Meet Matt Nejdl, our newest Architectural Designer.

Matt comes to us with four years of experience at Galbraith Carnahan Architects, working on everything from small commercial build-outs to large multifamily residential projects. He also brings something unique: hands-on experience in auto garages, giving him real insight into how repair shops operate and flow.

At Barrientos Design, Matt will be doing the full spectrum of project work: studies, layouts, drawings, coordinating, running meetings, and working toward project management in the near future.

When he's not at the drafting table, you'll find him wrenching on his truck, playing tuba in a local community band, experimenting with film photography, or clocking laps on a racing simulator. Safe to say, he keeps busy.

We're glad to have him on the team. Welcome, Matt!

08/04/2026

We're excited to announce that Barrientos Design & Consulting has begun work on a major new fleet facility for the City of Plano, Texas.

Located just north of Dallas, Plano has grown into one of the nation's premier business communities, with a population approaching 300,000 residents. The city is home to major corporate headquarters including Toyota Motor North America, Frito-Lay (PepsiCo Foods North America), and JCPenney, reflecting the strength of its economy and continued investment in infrastructure. (Plano Comprehensive Plan)

Barrientos Design is serving as the lead architect for a new 24-bay Fleet Services Center that will support the city's growing vehicle and equipment fleet. The project also includes an automated vehicle wash facility, fueling station, and the site infrastructure needed to support efficient fleet operations for decades to come.

Fleet maintenance facilities are among the most complex municipal buildings to design. Success depends on understanding technician workflow, vehicle movement, maintenance operations, safety, and long-term adaptability. Our team looks forward to partnering with the City of Plano to create a high-performance facility that supports reliable public services and positions the fleet for future growth.

Texas continues to be an important part of our firm's national practice, and we're honored to help another outstanding community invest in the infrastructure that keeps its city running.

07/28/2026

Barrientos Design is expanding its national project service area!

This year alone, our firm has started operations and maintenance facility design projects in Florida, Texas, California, and Missouri. That continued growth is strengthening our presence across the country and creating new opportunities to work more closely with clients throughout the South and Southwest.

To better serve our clients, improve access to project sites, and support our growing Texas practice, Barrientos Design is evaluating office locations just north of downtown Dallas.

We are focused on the Uptown Dallas district and expect to establish a new office that reflects the quality, professionalism, and national reach of our practice.

We look forward to sharing more as we finalize the location and lease!

07/21/2026

Another exciting project is underway for Barrientos Design as work begins with the City of Fairfield, California on the adaptive reuse of two existing warehouse buildings into new fleet maintenance facilities for the city's Transit and Fire Department fleets.

Every successful fleet facility begins with understanding the existing conditions. Norman Barrientos, AIA and Matt Nejdl recently spent several days onsite documenting the buildings, interviewing city staff, evaluating maintenance operations, and identifying the operational requirements that will shape the design. Adaptive reuse projects require balancing the constraints of an existing building with the functional needs of a modern fleet operation.

One unique part of the field investigation was evaluating the roof system. Thanks to the city's Public Works team, the team was able to use one of their bucket trucks to gain roof-level access and closely inspect the building envelope and structural conditions without requiring additional lift equipment.

We appreciate the opportunity to partner with the City of Fairfield on this important project. Thoughtful planning at the beginning of a project creates the foundation for a facility that improves technician productivity, supports safe and efficient operations, and extends the useful life of the city's investment.

07/14/2026

Norman Barrientos, AIA had the opportunity to spend the morning with Ross Jackson, CAFM, LSSBB, Fleet Manager for the City of Fayetteville, North Carolina.

They had an excellent discussion about how fleet leaders can present the business case for a new maintenance garage and communicate facility needs in terms that gain administrative support. The fleet garage is the biggest tool in the toolbox, directly influencing technician productivity, vehicle availability, safety, workflow, and long-term operating costs.

Ross also gave Norman a tour of Fayetteville's fleet operation. His shop reflects disciplined organization, efficient use of space, strong workflow management, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement. It was valuable to see how he has positioned the facility to support a high-performing fleet operation.

Ross was recently recognized at GFX as Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year. After spending the morning with him, it was easy to understand why. Norman gained valuable insight into the leadership practices, operational methods, and management discipline that have contributed to his success.

Thank you, Ross, for the hospitality, the thoughtful discussion, and the opportunity to learn from one of the industry's leading fleet professionals.

07/08/2026

Our Principal Architect, Norman Barrientos, AIA, presented at this year's Government Fleet Expo in Long Beach, delivering one of our top-performing seminars, "Making the Business Case for a New Garage."

The session covered how fleet leaders can connect facility deficiencies to the metrics that matter most, including KPIs, operating costs, downtime, technician productivity, repair capacity, parts flow, vehicle readiness, and long-term capital justification.

Thank you to Nichole Osinski and the GFX team for helping tell the story of the fleet professionals moving this industry forward!

Looking for more O&M facility expertise? See how we can help at www.barrientosdesign.com.

06/16/2026

At Barrientos Design, we have spent decades working alongside the vehicles, equipment, and operations that keep public agencies running. It only makes sense for our brand identity to start reflecting this world more directly!

We have been exploring new logo concepts inspired by the automotive and heavy equipment environment we work in every day. These potential new logo variations give a visual nod to the O&M facilities we design and the operational culture that we serve.

We're excited to share where these are heading. 👀 Stay tuned for an update and let us know what you think of these new logo designs below!

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