offices which precluded the pos-
sibility of an open plan.
 The budget prohibited costly
finishes, although porcelain tile
was utilized in the foyer and
public restrooms. Color ap-
peared to be the primary avenue
for significant visual impact.
False, varied-colored beams un-
dulate in the corridor ceiling
and create a procession down to
the City Manager's office. Dry-
wall soffits and other inexpen-
sive elements create interest,
but at the same time, kept the
project within budget. Ceiling
tile with a rose tint, purple and
silver signage and built-in lami-
nate furniture all work to create
a consistent design concept
even though the City is revising
older furniture in many areas.
 The City Hall's new persona
is one which reflects the light-
ness and informality of this Cen-
tral Florida seaside community.


 Photos, facing page: Before
and after renovation. This page,
lobby, hall and council chamber.
Photos by Linda Dunyan.


FLORIDA ARCHITECT February 1993