Fentress Blog

The Path to Net-Zero: Smarter Building Solutions for Courthouses

Tech-Driven Access to Justice

Using Technology to Improve School Lockdowns

Looking at the Bright Side of Return to Office

How Utilization Studies Shape Courtroom Needs

Designing Secure and Flexible Courthouse Detention Areas

Court Planning vs. Architectural Design in Space Assessments

The Smart Courthouse: Lobby and Public Spaces

Simple Fixes, Safer Schools: A Former SRO’s Take on Security Gaps

Designing the Future Courtroom: How AI is Enhancing Justice Spaces

Fortify the First Line: Smart Strategies for Perimeter Security

The Do’s and Don’ts of Return to Office Planning

Workload Analysis: The Key to Courthouse Space Planning

Courts and Local Governments Brace for More Evictions

The Great Federal Office Space Paradox

Planning for Safety: Emergency Response Features in Courthouses

Balancing Security and Accessibility: Addressing Vehicular Threats

Post-Pandemic Courthouse: Embracing Change & Innovation

Ghost Guns and How They Are Involved in School Shootings

Is the Federal RTO Mandate a Threat, Opportunity, or Both?

Flexible and Hybrid Courtrooms: Innovations for 2025

Improving Building Security with a Threat Assessment & Response Matrix

Post-Pandemic, Government Conference Rooms Remain Underused

How Security Assessments Reduce Liability

Security Measures for Executive Employees

Restorative Justice and Healing Court Spaces

Best Locations for Duress Alarms in Schools

Thoughtful Courtroom Design Can Enhance Justice

How Courthouse Design Shapes the Jury Experience

Essential Strategies for Securing Courthouse Entrances

Trauma-Informed Design in Courthouses

How Courthouse Space and Communication Impact Operations

Will Government Employers Regulate WFH Out of Existence?

Integrating Courthouses into Urban Planning

Copycat Shooting Threats and Their Impact on Our Schools

The Impact of Building Conditions on Courthouses and Solutions

New Safety and Security Technology in Schools

Should Courthouse Holding Cells Be Pink?

The Future of Videoconferencing in Hybrid Work

Courts Suing for Adequate Courthouse Space

Court Caseloads in Decline: Challenges and Opportunities

The Economic Impact of Government Workers Returning to the Office

How to Handle a Bomb Threat in Schools

Courthouse Space Standards: Key Concerns Are About Courtrooms

Inclusive Courtrooms: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Users

Protecting Schools from Swatting Threats

A Layered Approach to Preventing Bullying in Schools

The Digital Divide for Courts

Preventing School Shootings: A Layered Approach

Underreporting Telework: Agencies Keep Office Space

Office Returns: Companies Take Bold Steps

Unveiling Vulnerabilities: Assessing School Security Risks

Vision to Reality: A Path to Innovative Courthouse Planning

Building Trust: The Power of Community Rooms in Police Stations

Top Space Functionality Concerns in Courthouses

Why Proactive Policing Matters Around Government Buildings

Illuminating Justice: Using Daylight in Courthouse Lobbies

Miss Office Manners: “Netiquette” Tips

Securing the Hybrid Office: Zero-Trust Network Access

What Have We Learned About Remote Court Proceedings?

Top Security Concerns in Courthouses

Will Migration South Result in New Courthouse Construction?

Breaking Barriers: Universal Design for Courthouses

Personal Focus Rooms for the Hybrid Workplace

The New Normal: Exploring Hybrid Government Workplaces

The Importance of the CARVER Method in Security Assessments

Navigating the Future of Historic Courthouses

Miss Office Manners: Office Etiquette Refresh

The Challenges of Working Remotely in a Hybrid Office

Can the Envy Office Bring Workers Back In-Person?

Court in the Cloud? Get Ready for Online Dispute Resolution

Is the Hybrid Courthouse a Mirage?

Duress Alarms: A Vital Link in Workplace Security

Top Three Courthouse Problem Areas

Low-Cost Security Measures for Government Buildings

The Hybrid Court Model: Courtrooms vs Hearing Rooms

Miss Office Manners: Holiday Office Etiquette

Government Building Security and the First Amendment Auditor

Password Managers Needed in a Hybrid Office

Lessons Learned from Planning 1,212 Court Facilities

Courtroom Utilization and How It Can Help in Court Planning

Unlocking the Secrets: Courthouse Grand Jury Suite Best Practices

Court Conundrums: AI on Trial

The CORE to a Successful Courthouse Needs Assessment

Designing an Effective Courthouse Security Screening Area

The Importance of Key Control in School Security

Miss Office Manners: Hybrid Office Etiquette

AI-Powered Space Planning to Optimize Workplaces

Policy Changes Can Send Shockwaves Through the Courthouse

How AI Transforms the Courthouse Experience

Growing Calls for Federal Workers to Return to the Office

Improving Courthouse Security by Establishing Clear Boundaries

How to Encourage Students to Report School Safety Threats

Conducting Courthouse Assessments Using Performance Metrics

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of School Security

Creating a More User-Friendly Courthouse Lobby

Miss Office Manners: Tips to Maximize Your Time in the Office

Navigating Security Concerns When Working Remotely

Safety and Security Needs in Private Schools

Space Planning Tips for Problem-Solving Courts

Overcoming ZEUS in the Hybrid Office

Best Practices for Courtroom Layouts Promoting Visibility

Bribing Remote Workers Back to The Office

Prioritizing Projects Across a Portfolio of Courthouses

A High-Profile Case Landed in Your Court: What Next?

Understanding the Courthouse Efficiency Factor

Miss Office Manners: Tips for All the Early Risers

The Importance of a School Security Assessment

Change Management to Reduce Resistance in the Hybrid Office

The Most Popular Days to Work From Home

Is Courthouse Consolidation Right for Your Court?

High-Speed Gates for Secure Police Parking Lots

3 Keys to Data Management for Courthouse Portfolio Planning

School Security Lockouts are Different from Lockdowns

Flexible Courthouse Design Meets Changing Demands

The Importance of Lockdown Drills in School Security

10 Rules to Remote Work Etiquette by Miss Office Manners

Evictions Rising: Are Courts Ready?

Is Virtual Jury Selection Worth the Investment?

Why Should Public Amenities be in Courthouses?

How to Talk to Your Children about School Security

5 Tips to Create Healthy Home Office Boundaries

Roles of Architect and Owner in Courthouse Concept Design

The Role of CPTED in a School’s Security Plan

A Messy Office Dilemma and Holiday PTO Tips

Hybrid Office Managers Should Promote the Employee Experience

Remote Court Proceedings: States Leading the Way

Enhancing Courthouse Security With Natural Access Control

The Key Role of School Staff in School Security

Defining Court Planner and Building Owner Roles in Courthouse Planning

Are There Limits to the Use of Remote Court Proceedings?

Forecasting Isn’t Just About the Numbers

Extending School Security to the School Bus

The Technology-Infused Hybrid Courthouse

Videoconferencing Best Practices Brought to You by Miss Office Manners

What is a Hybrid Courthouse?

Return to Office – It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint

The Role of Maintenance in Building Security

Better Together- Planners & Architects Join on Courthouse Projects

Benefits of Automated Design Standards

Getting the Most Out of Space Programming Interviews

A Parent's Role in School Security

Post-COVID Workplace Manners: Two Dilemmas

Will the Courthouse of the Future Require Fewer Courtrooms?

Tips for Handling an Underperforming Teleworker

Winter Heating Costs – Expect to Pay Out

Five Ways Managers Can Embrace the Need for Employee Autonomy

Do Employees Want More Autonomy Than Ever?

Taking the Stairs: The Role of Stairways in a Courthouse

Enhancing School Security Through Territorial Reinforcement

School Security – A Teacher’s Perspective

The Role of the Vestibule in School Security

Change Court Policy to Retain Remote Proceedings

Social Media Blabbermouths and Cell Phone Meeting Etiquette

A Judicial Learning Center Can Engage and Educate Courthouse Visitors

The Government Hybrid Office

Return to the Office - Three Economic Issues Standing in the Way

Five Key Components of a School Security Officer Program

The Importance of Security Personnel in Schools

2020 Census Results and Court Planning

The Office Gossip Chain and Sharing Work Credit

Emerging Trends: The Role of the Courthouse in the Local Economy

Proactive Parenting for Social Media Safety

Emerging Space Trends for the Post-Pandemic Courthouse

Managing In-Office and At-Home Workers? Some Tips to Ease the Tension

Three Security Considerations for Classroom Doors

Remote Work: Stepping Into the Future

Got the Home Office Blues? Five Tips to Restore your Sanity

Office Space - Where the Air is Fresh and Clean?

County vs Federal Courthouses: What’s the Difference?

Should Your Court Split into Multiple Facilities?

A Chilling Office Predicament and Unplugging During the Holidays

How Managers Can Smooth the Return to the Workplace

School Resource Officers and Natural Surveillance

Shaping Courthouses Through Lessons Learned During the Pandemic

Better, Faster, Cheaper: Does this Apply to Office Real Estate?

Police Station Security: A Look from Different Perspectives

Enhancing Workplace Security Using Territorial Reinforcement

How Not To Dress When You Return to the Office and A Video Reminder

Wellness Tips for the Home Office Worker

Best Design Practices for Police Prisoner Sally Ports

A Closer Look at Planning Courthouse Parking

Zooming into the Future of Hybrid Work

Five Tips for Embracing Change in Your Post-COVID Business

Tips on Starting a New Job in a Virtual World

Enhancing Workplace Security Through Strategic Design

Attracting Employees to the Hybrid Office

Mobilizing Hybrid Office Employees to Achieve a Mission

How Can a Courthouse Planner Help Your Post-COVID Space Project?

Tips for Staying Active While Working from Home

Can a Remote Worker Truly Take a Vacation? and A Cautionary Zoom Tale

How to Promote Culture in a Hybrid Office

Hybrid Office: Maximizing Your Time in the Workplace and Home Office

Best Design Practices for Secure Police Parking

Post-Pandemic Courtroom Sharing and the Role of Videoconferencing

The Healthy Hybrid Office

Best Design Practices for Police Station Evidence Rooms

Telework Tips for the Manager and the Worker Bee

12 Things You Should Know when Setting Up a Hybrid Office

The Benefit of Locating Prisoner Interview Rooms Near Courtrooms