Shasta County, New Redding Courthouse

Redding, CA

The design of the American courthouse is changing as rapidly as the judicial system itself. Located at the heart of the civic center in Redding, CA, the Shasta Courthouse serves as a new symbol of justice in the community, embodying the permanence of a civic building while being inviting and accessible to all.

Expressed architecturally as two forms linked by a skylight, a formal six-story tower houses courtrooms, chambers and administration while the lower scaled pavilion includes the lobby, security and jury assembly. The design prioritizes access to daylight and mountain views, with bright public spaces and thoughtfully planned seating and gathering areas throughout.

Features

A timeless and durable material palette supports the need for the building to serve its function over the next 50-100 years. The building's exterior features precast concrete with warm, granite tones and rich, coppery metal that reflects the color of Shasta's native soil.

Throughout the courthouse, there are different moments that provide a pleasant and elevated public experience. A daylit public entry point creates a welcoming arrival, evoking the feel of an interior town square. Courtroom waiting areas feature daylight and views, and the skylight and expansive glass at each end of the space further connects visitors to the outdoors. Lastly, public waiting areas are designed with generous counter spaces to support the need for visitors to meet informally outside the courtrooms.

Project Details

Client Name

Judicial Council of California

Square Footage

177,500 SF

Program

14 courtrooms supported by chambers, jury deliberation suites, courtroom holding, attorney conference rooms. Other major functions include administration, court clerk’s office, alternative dispute resolution center, family court services, jury assembly, self-help service center, family/children’s waiting, security and central holding areas

Services

Architectural design, programming, planning, interior design, lighting, wayfinding, cost estimation

Phase

Completed

Sustainability

Tracking LEED Gold