Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)

What We Do

Our NCIP-advanced level certified consultants help planners, architects, owners, and agencies increase safety, security and community well-being through common-sense based, effective CPTED design principles.

CPTED effectively utilizes urban, architectural, and landscape design to prevent crime, boost public confidence, and improve quality of life. Its four foundational principles—natural surveillance, natural access control, territorial reinforcement, and maintenance—involve strategies like strategically placed windows for overseeing vulnerable areas, the use of deterrent plants like thorny bushes, and the creation of a sense of ownership through fences, walkways, art, and signage. These methods, often cost-effective, not only enhance safety and security but also enrich the user experience.

As CPTED gains popularity, many cities are integrating its principles into building codes. Experts in CPTED, certified by reputable organizations, offer consulting for both new and existing projects. Their services range from site surveys assessing CPTED integration and design collaboration with architects to security assessments of current facilities. Incorporating CPTED strategies can lead to a comprehensive security plan that addresses a wide range of risks and threats, offering a holistic approach to crime prevention and community well-being.

What we offer:

• Site Surveys: Examining plans to optimize CPTED principles.
• Design Collaboration: Integrating CPTED into architectural and structural designs.
• Security Assessments: Evaluating existing facilities to identify improvement areas and customizing CPTED-based solutions.
• Comprehensive Security: Pairing CPTED assessments with Risk Assessments (RA) for complete security solutions.

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