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New Hidalgo County Courthouse Concepts
New Hidalgo County Courthouse Concepts
Hidalgo County, TX, United States
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New Hidalgo County Courthouse Concepts
Hidalgo County, TX, United States
McAllen-based ERO Architects is nearing the completion of the schematic design phase of the new Hidalgo County courthouse. This design phase is the first of three design steps prior to construction.
Located in the heart of downtown Edinburg, the new Hidalgo County courthouse can serve as an economic and quality of life cornerstone for the city’s urban vision and goals. The design of the new courthouse offers a modern 21st century judicial complex that is more spacious, secure and accessible. The 10-story building features a glass facade on the north side that provides an abundance of natural light with organized vertical transportation from floor-to-floor. It will accommodate 471,000 square feet of space and supports 24 courts and six additional courts for the future.
Rigorous attention to safety and security issues are addressed in the design of the new courthouse. Currently, defendants and inmates co-mingle with the public, supervised, on a regular basis in the halls, elevators and other public areas. The new design addresses these security issues by enforcing a clear circulation separation of defendants-in-custody from the public and legal community. The careful distribution of hierarchy of spaces into public, semi-public, semi-private and private areas has provided a functional plan that addresses a major concern for safety and flow.
The new design also introduces a jail component onto each floor that meets established jail and judicial requirements. The courthouse will be equipped with modern security technology and systems, as well as secure parking for judges and support staff.
Leading up to the building is an exciting green space engaging visitors and outdoor enthusiasts in a central park-setting connecting to the city’s downtown master plan, the arts district and University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley.
ERO’s design philosophy of respecting the land, people and history of our region was present in every aspect of this first design phase. The firm took inspiration from the soil and the Rio Grande River and the many connecting irrigation canals, palm trees, citrus groves and palm-lined roads that represent the environmental make up of Hidalgo County. All of which helps the design of the building tie the new courthouse into our region’s landscape.
Located in the heart of downtown Edinburg, the new Hidalgo County courthouse can serve as an economic and quality of life cornerstone for the city’s urban vision and goals. The design of the new courthouse offers a modern 21st century judicial complex that is more spacious, secure and accessible. The 10-story building features a glass facade on the north side that provides an abundance of natural light with organized vertical transportation from floor-to-floor. It will accommodate 471,000 square feet of space and supports 24 courts and six additional courts for the future.
Rigorous attention to safety and security issues are addressed in the design of the new courthouse. Currently, defendants and inmates co-mingle with the public, supervised, on a regular basis in the halls, elevators and other public areas. The new design addresses these security issues by enforcing a clear circulation separation of defendants-in-custody from the public and legal community. The careful distribution of hierarchy of spaces into public, semi-public, semi-private and private areas has provided a functional plan that addresses a major concern for safety and flow.
The new design also introduces a jail component onto each floor that meets established jail and judicial requirements. The courthouse will be equipped with modern security technology and systems, as well as secure parking for judges and support staff.
Leading up to the building is an exciting green space engaging visitors and outdoor enthusiasts in a central park-setting connecting to the city’s downtown master plan, the arts district and University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley.
ERO’s design philosophy of respecting the land, people and history of our region was present in every aspect of this first design phase. The firm took inspiration from the soil and the Rio Grande River and the many connecting irrigation canals, palm trees, citrus groves and palm-lined roads that represent the environmental make up of Hidalgo County. All of which helps the design of the building tie the new courthouse into our region’s landscape.
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