Desoto County Juvenile Court

3423 Industrial Dr W, Hernando, MS 38632 United States

Building Area (sf): 24,400

Completion: 2023

Architect of Record:

UrbanARCH Associates, P.C.

Brian Bullard, AIA
Nick Kozlowski

• Owner/Client:
• General Contractor: Murphy & Sons, Inc.
• Electrical: CSA Engineering, Blair Parker Design (Landscape), Bray Firm (Civil)
• Engineering:
  
• Other:
  
• Photography:
  1. Main Entry Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  2. Side Elevation Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  3. Covered Walkway Photo by Mellon Studio
  4. Side elevation Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  5. Entrance Lobby Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  6. Lobby Seating Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  7. Lobby Corridor Photo by Bruce Cole Photography
  8. Clerk Office Interior Photo by Mellon Studio
  9. Interior Court Room and details Photo by Mellon Studio
  10. Interior Court Room and details Photo by Mellon Studio
  

A municipal court facility designed with a distinct architectural focus on its public-facing areas. These sections of the facility are characterized by inviting and visually engaging elements to create an inclusive and approachable atmosphere for the community it serves. In contrast, other areas within the facility, such as administrative and private spaces, feature more subdued and functional designs to prioritize efficiency and privacy.

Desoto County Justice Center is a 25,000 sf. court and office facility located adjacent to the County Detention Facility. The building sits prominently at the terminus of the approach drive and parking lot. Included within it are two identical courtrooms which seat approximately 200 occupants each. The roof is lifted above each courtroom to provide daylight into the space without compromising security and/or privacy. The glassy entry and waiting lobbies are bathed in sunlight throughout each day while the rest of the structure is wrapped in burnished concrete masonry and a dark metal skin. A large entry porch allows for outdoor waiting and queuing as needed and provides a unique entry sequence. Court Clerk offices, judges offices, and a visitation center complete the program.