Brevard Architecture recently completed the Mount Pleasant Animal Care and Adoption Center in Mt. Pleasant, TX. It has some design elements that might apply to your new shelter...
Animals come first...when customers walk in the front doors, they are welcomed by rows of adoptable dogs and cats, easily seen in a setting reminiscent of a pet store.
Minimal staff...the 8,200 s.f. shelter is manned by 4 staff members, typically 2 at the counter and 2 taking care of animals.
Adoption separate from surrender...the surrender entrance is on the side of the building, separate from the main entry.
Efficient animal care... indoor/outdoor kennels make managing the dogs easy during cleaning procedures.
Efficient construction...the simple shape of the building allowed it to be constructed efficiently to stay within a tight construction budget. The front elevation shows that just a few additions to an otherwise plain gable end allows the facade to be interesting and inviting.
Floor plan
Front facade