Norman Barrientos

Norman Barrientos, AIA, is a registered architect with over 43 years of experience specializing in the design of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) facilities. His expertise spans public works, fleet maintenance, utilities, power, airports, parks, transit, and trucking and heavy equipment service centers. Norman's portfolio includes O&M facilities designed to support essential functions such as fleet repair and maintenance, truck and equipment parking, fabrication and welding, tired and hydraulic hose shops, parts inventory storage, electric and communication shops, truck washing, field crew quarters, administration offices, conference and training spaces, fueling and EV stations, and salt storage sheds. Recognized nationally for his expertise in O&M facility design, Norman is actively working on projects across the Midwest and in California, Nevada, North Carolina, Texas, Kansas, and Florida. He is also a sought-after speaker at national industry events, presenting at conferences such as the American Public Works Association (APWA), Government Fleet Expo, National Association of County Engineers (NACE), and the Association of Government Fleet Administrators (AGMA). His seminars focus on the key design principles that enhance the functionality and efficiency of O&M facilities, with his most popular session, Seven Design Principles of Highly Effective Garages, drawing widespread recognition.