James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep United States Courthouse, Federal courthouse in San Diego, United States
The James M. Carter and Judith N. Keep United States Courthouse is a 16-story, 320-foot-tall federal courthouse on 2.6 acres in downtown San Diego. Designed by Michael Palladino of Richard Meier and Partners, it contains 467,000 square feet of floor space for courtrooms, judges' chambers, and offices of the U.S. District Court, the IRS, and the GSA.
The courthouse opened in March 2013 and represents a new generation of federal judicial facilities built to contemporary standards. Its completion marked a milestone in San Diego's infrastructure and enabled improved handling of federal court matters across the region.
Two works by San Diego artist Robert Irwin were commissioned by the GSA: "Prism", a 33-foot-tall polished obelisk of transparent acrylic in the lobby, and "Hedge Wedge", a ramp of hedges zigzagging across the outdoor plaza. Three large, boldly-colored panels by longtime San Diego artist Kim MacConnell hang in the Jury Assembly Hall.
The courthouse is located at 333 West Broadway and welcomes visitors on weekdays. Expect to pass through security screening before entering the building and its public spaces.
The building earned LEED Gold certification for its design that brings natural light throughout interior spaces. This achievement reflects a focus on sustainable construction and energy performance.
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