GSA Unveils Design Concept for New Chattanooga Courthouse

A classical landmark designed for security, efficiency, and an enduring civic presence

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) released the design concept for the new federal courthouse in Chattanooga, Tennessee, located on Vine Street. The renderings outline a secure building that pairs modern functionality with classical architecture, creating a dignified landmark that will serve as the center of justice across the region.

"We are delivering on President Trump's Executive Order to 'Make Federal Architecture Beautiful Again,' while constructing a new courthouse that focuses on safety, efficiency, and accessibility in a top-tier facility," said GSA Administrator Edward C. Forst.

The approximately 191,000-square-foot courthouse is designed for maximum operational efficiency, consolidating several judicial functions-including the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, and the Circuit Library, into one secure location.

It features seven courtrooms, nine judges' chambers, 40 interior parking spaces, and dedicated space for essential federal partners, such as the U.S. Marshals Service and the U.S. Attorney's Office.

"This enduring symbol of our republic will become Chattanooga's premier civic space," said Chief Judge Travis R. McDonough, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. "As our city's most consequential building in generations, this courthouse will stand for the next century as a sanctuary for those who seek justice, a forum to gather together, and a classroom to educate our student citizens."

Project Details:

• Project Delivery Method:
  • Brasfield & Gorrie is serving as Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc)
  • fs3IHodges serves as Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa)
  • The design team is led by HOK as Designer of Record.
• GSA has also announced a solicitation for a Federal art commission in conjunction with the new construction of the Chattanooga U.S. Courthouse project which closes June 15, 2026.

Additional project milestones, including a construction timeline, will be announced on GSA's Chattanooga U.S. Courthouse project page as the project advances.

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About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of approximately 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA's mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.