Last updated on Jan 19, 2026 at 12:43:43 GMT-8
Opening a new real-time crime center (RTCC) can be exciting, but it’s also a lot of work. There are many components that go into creating a comfortable, beautiful, and high-functioning workspace for criminal analysts and other RTCC team members.
Your RTCC design team will need to think about everything from the console furniture and layout to the paint and flooring materials. Here are a few things to consider for your design:
Real-Time Crime Center Flooring
Flooring is the foundation of your RTCC design. It’s important to select a durable material that will hold up in a 365/24/7 work environment.
Many public safety organizations choose engineered wood, wood grain vinyl, vinyl abstract, or even carpet for their mission-critical flooring. If you plan to carpet your RTCC, we recommend asking your flooring and electronics vendors for anti-static recommendations.
Color
For many people, color is the first thing you notice when you walk into a space. It can affect your mood and even suggest information about the people who use the space. For example, many public safety organizations use blue task lights or ambient lighting to reinforce agency pride.
Interior designers typically recommend limiting bright colors and patterns to accent areas, such as accessories and/or a single wall. While bright colors can lift the overall mood of your RTCC team, they can be overwhelming in large doses.
We recommend choosing neutral colors, such as white, cream, gray, and wood tones, for the main walls and floors. Neutral colors are calming and can be a nice background for unique accents in your interior design.
Real-Time Crime Center Furniture
Finally, the most important aspect of your RTCC design: the furniture. Console furniture and chairs have a direct impact on analysts’ comfort and ability to work efficiently.
We recommend looking for a manufacturer that designs custom consoles specifically for RTCCs. Most standardized furniture is not designed for the extensive technology used in an RTCC. Your furniture should be designed for your team’s unique situation, including:
- Sightlines for criminal analysts and other staff members
- Analysts’ workflows
- Technology storage space
- The acoustics and lighting of your space
- Video wall placement
Ready to Start the Real-Time Crime Center Design Process?
Russ Bassett is here to help with your real-time crime center design and consoles. Schedule a consultation with us today to start creating the best possible workspace for your criminal analysts.
