stalls up to the central aisle
clerestories. Allowing for future
expansion, these components
are linked through their centers
with central support services
perpendicular to the central
aisle. Oriented to allow for pre-
vailing breezes, these compo-
nents can proliferate as required
in the future while maintaining
controllable natural air changes
in each of the stalls.
 Durability, sanitation and
safety were of prime concern
during the process of material
selection and detailing. All sur-
faces and edges are eased to
eliminate the possibility of abra-
sion. Building finishes must
withstand regular cleaning with
chemicals and high pressure
hoses. Floors are nonslip and re-
silient.
 The treatment and care of
man's most enobled companion,
the horse, and the sensitive
training of veterinarians was the
driving force of the design. The
concept of an inpatient care and
training center derived from this
premise. The result is man's gift
to the horse who can now be
cared for with the exactitude of
science and the concern de-
served of such a noble beast.


Opposite page: east elevation show-
ing split face block veneer with cus-
tom pre-cast quoins. Note the entry
doors were customed-designed hori-
zontal sliding doors recessed in a
stucco entry. Photos this page, top:
interior view of central spine showing
clerestory for natural ventilation.
Bottom left: custom designed treat-
ment stock located in the central
treatment area. Right: interior of
stall showing feed/water access door
with metal grille to accommodate
utilities. All photos by Kathleen
McKenzie.


FLORIDA ARCHITECT February 1993