The decoration in judges' chambers can reflect their personalities. I have seen many unique collections and displays and have heard wonderful stories from judges describing the significance of these items to their lives, but is this a factor when courthouse planning?

Today, I will talk about how important it is to perform a needs assessment, focusing on how proper planning from a courthouse improvement project's beginning phase can avoid wasted time and extra expenses as the project progresses through its subsequent phases.

Architectural firms and court planning consultants have both unique and overlapping skill sets. If you are concerned that your courthouse is overcrowded and out of space, which should you hire to plan for future space needs and courthouse planning?