Best Government/Public Building, Excellence in Safety: Clackamas County Circuit Courthouse

As a replacement for an outdated, overcrowded and seismically at-risk facility built in 1936, this new courthouse represents a transformative $230-million investment in the state’s justice system.

Best Government/Public Building: U.S. Courthouse - Huntsville

Located in Huntsville’s central business district, the $95-million, 123,000-sq-ft courthouse features a symmetrical plan with arcing wings flanking a pedimented entry portico as well as a formal public lawn framed by structured landscaping, offering open views and enhancing its dignified presence.

The ongoing debate over federal architecture

Federal buildings shape the backdrop of our civic life. A stroll through Washington, D.C., showcases this distinctly, featuring both stately structures with classical columns and pediments alongside sleek glass-and-steel facades. Should a courthouse or agency headquarters look like a Roman temple evoking ancient ideals or a sleek modern structure? That question has sparked a debate. […] <p>The post The ongoing debate over federal architecture first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Restoration Gives 272-Year-Old Charleston Courthouse New Life

The work to restore the city's colonial-era courthouse involved some special preservation training for crews and a lucky break when reclaimed period brick from the demolition of a nearby historic cistern turned up on Facebook Marketplace.

Historic landmark’s renovation nears completion

The Old Courthouse in St. Louis will reopen on May 3, 2025, ushering in a new era of accessibility, educational programming, and community engagement. The post Historic landmark’s renovation nears completion appeared first on Construction Specifier.