As will be noted, save for a short connecting wall, the buildings
themselves form the enclosure of the courts, whereby forbidding walls
are obviated.
The buildings throughout will be fireproof constructed, in the main
of reinforced concrete, and faced on the exterior with tapestry
brick. Spanish tile will be used for the roof of the center building.
Such trimmings as occur will be of Bedford limestone. The exterior
is treated in the character of Lombard brick architecture, which
style lends itself particularly well to the problem. All ostentation
has been avoided and architectural effect has been sought in the
general grouping and proportions rather than in the ornamentation;
nevertheless, the psychology of attractive buildings has not been
overlooked.
Particular attention will be paid to the proper setting of the
buildings and to the planting of trees and shrubs about them. Placed a
considerable distance back from the main road, and partially concealed
by trees and the undulating land, a certain degree of privacy desired
by the Board will be secured.
The aim of the Board and its architect throughout has been to produce a
group of buildings economical in construction and maintenance, though
attractive and sanitary, and easy of supervision, while assuring the
prisoners privacy and comfort. Through proper surroundings it is hoped
to strengthen their manhood.