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Planning and Design Considerations for Trial Courtrooms

NCJ Number
128927
Journal
State Court Journal Volume: 14 Issue: 4 Dated: (Fall 1990) Pages: 32-38
Author(s)
D Hardenbergh
Date Published
1990
Length
7 pages
Annotation
The article discusses elements to be involved in designing a modern courtroom. These individual elements should combine to produce a dignified, functional space conducive to efficient and effective court proceedings.
Abstract
Both symbolic and practical functions are important when designing a courtroom. The way the design of the courtroom communicates social and judicial values is discussed. Space management for judges, court reporters, clerks, bailiffs, witnesses, plaintiffs, defendants, attorneys, juries, and spectators needs to play an important role in the design. The shape, configuration, size, height, and traditional features are all discussed as elements in the modern courtroom design. Other elements addressed are circulation within the courtroom, sightlines in the courtroom, acoustics, heating, ventilation, lighting, and courtroom technology. 8 figures and 1 note

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