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The Future of Courthouse
from HOK Statehouse Qualifications
by HOK
HOK’s Justice practice is implementing design strategies for future-proofing courthouses with a focus on flexibility, technology, security, well-being and equity.
Across the nation, hundreds of state, federal and municipal courthouses face challenges such as not having enough courtrooms to handle the current caseload, nor can it accommodate the security, technology and accessibility requirements required of modern courthouses. Designed and built for another era, they lack separate and secure circulation paths. Their technology infrastructure cannot support today’s hybrid proceedings. Aesthetically and functionally, they fail to provide a healthy and inspiring environment for visitors and employees.
So, how can governments and courthouse planners design buildings that will remain relevant and useful well into the future? They can begin by paying attention to the following five themes.
Design for Flexibility
Design for Technology
Design for Safety + Security
Design for Health + Well-being
Design for Social + Environmental Equity
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