I recently received a comment on my Justice in the Dark post regarding natural light, which helps to create a more pleasant environment in a courtroom while also reducing energy costs. I briefly responded that I couldn’t agree more! Now, let me take the opportunity to elaborate.

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?

Throughout my career as a courthouse planner, I have continually kept in mind the fact that courthouses are not just facilities where justice is administered. Courthouses are also public buildings. I am always inspired when I visit a courthouse that plays an active role in giving back to the...

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?