Courthouse Square Design Competition

One of the City Council Goals is to complete the decision process for the future of Courthouse Square by utilizing a design competition which evaluates the various alternatives for renovation.

Objectives:

• Utilize a design competition which evaluates the various alternatives for renovation and present to City Council for consideration
• Create public forums for airing of views on Courthouse Square as part of the competition process and prior to final decision
• Identify possible funding sources for Courthouse Square renovation
• Explore changing land use designation adjacent to Courthouse Square

“Courthouse Square is the “town center” of Santa Rosa and is the focal point of downtown.  Its landscaped spaces and plaza areas provide for a range of activities, performances, and entertainment right in the heart of downtown.  It attracts business activity and patrons, retail facilities and shoppers, and performers and audiences.  It is a distinctive place that residents can take pride in identifying as center of their hometown.”  -Santa Rosa 2020: General Plan; Vision Statement

This project will enhance the existing community and regional focus on the courthouse square area and encourage the downtown area as a destination.  Redesigning the courthouse square area will enhance its sustainability as a focused pedestrian-friendly and transit oriented district.

Request for Qualifications click here.

Competition Jury

Donn Logan, FAIA             Architect, Urban Designer, Berkeley
To be confirmed               Landscape Architect (Non-Local)
Louis Naidorf, FAIA           AIA Redwood Empire Chapter representative
Bernie Schwartz             Santa Rosa Main Street representative
Steve Oliver                   Cultural Arts Council representative
William Montgomery         Landscape Architect, Historian, Santa Rosa resident.
Jane Bender                   City Council Member

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