Paradise Valley Municipal Court

Paradise Valley, Arizona

Project Info

  • Client

    City of Paradise Valley

  • Size

    6,000 SF

  • Delivery method

    CMAR

  • Role on project

    Prime Architect

  • Project Completion:

    2013

  • Project Budget:

    $1.3M

  • DFDG Team Members
  • Chad Billings

    Project Director

  • Greg Biallas

    Project Manager

Paradise Valley's Municipal Court design provides both security and a calm, open, and inviting atmosphere for visitors.

Initially intended as a courtroom remodel at Paradise Valley’s Town Hall, the project evolved into a new court building based on recommendations from Town representatives. DFDG’s creative design for the facility incorporated similar materials, forms, and colors to create a cohesive environment. The functional layout enhances security for visitors, judges, and staff while maintaining an open and welcoming layout.

The 6,000-square-foot facility blends seamlessly into the Town campus’ architectural vernacular by incorporating elements from the nearby police and fire stations. The exterior architecture features a rhythm of stone, glass, and steel, creating harmony both inside and out. Inside, the sloped ceiling and striking angles in the courtroom reinterpret traditional judicial design with modern sensibility.

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“From programming through construction documents, the DFDG design team was amicable and reliable at meetings, phone conferences, and during site visits.  They were always timely and flexible when working through solutions during construction administration.” – James Shano, Public Works Director, Town Engineer

Frequently Asked Questions

Paradise Valley Municipal Court is a 6,000 SF courthouse in Paradise Valley, Arizona, designed by DFDG Architecture for the City of Paradise Valley.

Paradise Valley Municipal Court is located in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

DFDG Architecture served as Prime Architect on Paradise Valley Municipal Court, which was designed for the City of Paradise Valley. The project was delivered using construction-manager-at-risk (CMAR).

Paradise Valley Municipal Court encompasses 6,000 SF and was completed in 2013. The project budget was approximately $1.3M.

Paradise Valley’s Municipal Court design provides both security and a calm, open, and inviting atmosphere for visitors. Initially intended as a courtroom remodel at Paradise Valley’s Town Hall, the project evolved into a new court building based on recommendations from Town representatives.

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