Controlled Environment Horticulture Design
We design controlled environment horticulture facilities that prioritize efficiency, precision, and long-term performance—spaces built to support consistent, high-quality plant production.
Designing High-Performance Growing Environments
At Anderson Porter Design, our controlled environment horticulture design approach is rooted in the relationship between architecture, systems, and operations. From layout planning and workflow optimization to material selection and environmental control, every decision supports plant health, operational efficiency, and scalability.
We design facilities for controlled environment agriculture (CEA) that integrate advanced building systems with thoughtful spatial organization, supporting indoor cultivation, greenhouse environments, and specialized agricultural operations where consistency and compliance are critical.
Partner with us to create controlled environment horticulture facilities designed to perform today and evolve with your operation.
OUR controlled environment horticulture DESIGN APPROACH
Planning and Design
Multi-system approach; spatial coordination of systems with existing or new buildings.
Spatial Coordination for Multi-System Environments
Improving flow and functionality of environments through multifunctional coordination of complex systems.
Proprietary, Industry-Specific Stage Gate Process
We work with clients from site selection through systems commissioning, providing transparency throughout the design and construction process.
Site Selection
Integrating our clients business goals with the right size facilities to meet financial projections.
Sustainability/Green Building Consulting
We design to EnergyStar and LEED standards and engage in early evaluation of sustainable and energy efficient options for both new construction and renovation projects.
Construction Phase/Project Design Management
We apply Lean principles and an integrated team approach to efficiently manage design and construction, driving value, cost-effective outcomes, and faster speed to market.
Featured Controlled Environment Horticulture ProjecT
southern crop
At Southern Crop, we curated an exceptional design-build team, partnering with industry-leading experts in engineering, architecture, and construction. Together, we have constructed a facility that exemplifies the highest standards of quality, ensuring the creation of premium medical cannabis products. Within a remarkable timeframe of just 10 months, we brought this vision to life—an achievement that showcases our team's ingenuity, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our state-of-the-art Tier 6 cGMP facility sets a new benchmark in the industry, providing an environment for the cultivation and processing of medical cannabis at pharmaceutical-grade standards, ensuring high-quality products for patients.
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT HORTICULTURE DESIGN Services
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This foundational phase runs in parallel across multiple teams. Due Diligence involves site and regulatory research by the architect and customer consultants, while Programming defines the project’s goals and operational needs. The result is a clear understanding of site constraints and a preliminary layout that aligns with your business model.
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Controlled Environment Horticulture Design Layout, or Schematic Design, translates the program into initial architectural concepts. We collaborate with engineers and consultants to develop layout options, evaluate code compliance, and prepare documents for early pricing and permit applications.
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In this phase, the design is refined in greater detail. Material selections, fixture schedules, and engineering systems are coordinated. The focus is on integrating all disciplines to ensure constructability and cost accuracy.
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Construction Documents finalize all design decisions into detailed drawings and specifications ready for bidding, permitting, and construction. Final pricing packages are produced, and documents are submitted for approvals.
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During construction, the architect provides support to ensure the project is built per design. This includes responding to contractor questions, reviewing submittals, observing progress, and resolving issues in real-time.
LET’S GET STARTED
Ready to start your project? Connect with our controlled environment horticulture architects today and let’s bring your vision to life.