By Alan Ruby, Senior Architectural Consultant

Whenever I compare the characteristics of a traditional office to a contemporary mobile office, I inevitably think of my attorney’s old-fashioned office as a prime example. His dark, walnut-paneled walls, shelves stocked with law books, massive desk,...

Transitioning from a traditional office to a more dynamic, collaborative, open, and mobile office can be a significant culture shift for any organization. If done right, this transition not only changes your office but your life.

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?