Reimagining the lodging experience
The 360-room facility includes suites, dining, meeting rooms, a fitness center, and a mechanical building for year-round access.
Client
U.S. Air Force
Location
Panama City, Florida
Practices
Designing a modern lodging facility with the future in mind
As part of its multi-year effort to repair buildings damaged throughout Tyndall Air Force Base, the U.S. Air Force called on CDM Smith to design a new lodging facility that prioritizes modern, resilient infrastructure, strengthening mission readiness and offering enhanced comfort for personnel, visitors, and students.
Designing for resilience
Structural systems follow Miami-Dade hurricane codes, with a layout that prioritizes safety, durability, and performance.
Enhancing mobility and comfort
A walkable layout and intermodal path help guests move easily between services; shared spaces maximize daylight and openness.
Protecting coastal ecosystems
Lighting complies with sea turtle protection ordinances, balancing environmental stewardship with operational needs.
Tyndall's new facility is considered a next-generation installation focused on resilience, sustainability, durability, comfort, and future-ready infrastructure. “It’s a robust building, but feel-good design was important too,” said architect Jeffrey Pitchford.
Client
U.S. Air Force
Location
Panama City, Florida