Designing the Halls of Justice: Security, Budget, and Appearance Play Roles in the Architecture of Correctional Facilities

Record #:

35439

Author(s):

Cozart, Elizabeth

Abstract:

Designing correctional facilities is a complex business, according to author Elizabeth Cozart. Aiding in the understanding of their complex design considerations was a discussion of factors such as security, budget, time frame, and appearance. Included were examples of correctional facilities from Henderson, Rowan, and Durham counties.

Source:

North Carolina Architecture (NoCar NA 730 N8 N67x), Vol. 45 Issue 2, 1997, p10-20

Subject(s):

Henderson County--Description and travel; Rowan County--Description and travel; Durham County--Description and travel; Judicial system--North Carolina