Austin Municipal Court
Austin, TX
In a collaborative venture with Capital Commercial Investments and the City of Austin, our seasoned team was entrusted with the substantial challenge of reimagining an industrial space with a rich history in film, TV, and aerospace assembly, previously occupied by Lockheed Martin, into the innovative City of Austin Municipal Court. This transformation project was about renovation and redefining the space to include essential facilities for city operations alongside public hearing and consultation areas designed to serve the community effectively.
Our mandate also encompassed the thoughtful integration of the Court's administrative functions. This aspect called for the careful planning and design of a full suite of commercial office features, from collaborative workspaces and private offices to informal break and huddle rooms and a fully equipped conference center, ensuring that every space was meticulously tailored to the needs of those who serve our city.
A pivotal element of our design strategy was the development of distinct, segregated circulation paths. These paths were meticulously crafted to provide secure and private access for staff and judges while offering welcoming and straightforward navigation for court guests and the general public. Emphasizing security, seamless circulation, and strategic space planning was paramount, reflecting our commitment to creating functional and reassuring environments.
The transformation extended to the building's exterior, where we were tasked with re-envisioning an industrial façade, once devoid of openings, into a beacon of civic engagement and public service. The redesign aimed to strike a delicate balance, presenting a façade symbolizing the court's significance and open, community-focused ethos. This aspect of the project was crucial in repositioning the building as a key pillar in the community, marrying architectural integrity with public accessibility.
Through this project with Capital Commercial Investments and the City of Austin, our team has once again demonstrated our dedication to transforming spaces with thoughtful, inclusive design principles, contributing to the fabric of Austin's civic infrastructure. This endeavor highlights our ongoing commitment to enhancing community spaces through architecture, underpinning our role in shaping environments that reflect the values and needs of the communities we serve.
Services Provided
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Civil Engineering
MEP/FP Engineering
Construction Admin
Design Team
Tenet Design (Architecture/Interior Design)
DVO Engineers (MEP/FP)
Mahoney Engineering (Civil)
Oro Design (Landscape Architecture)
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