Courthouse Transformed into Senior Living Space

Abstract

The Carrollton Courthouse on Carrollton Avenue was designed in 1855 by Henry Howard, a well-known New Orleans architect. The two-story building, with its 18-ft ceilings, housed different schools, until roughly 10 years ago. Since then, it has sat vacant and dormant. The $28.5-million project will include a senior housing facility and will serve as a social space for the residents. The renovated space will also include a skylight and a light wall. Contractors have utilized drones and 360° cameras to document work. The project will be completed. There will be seven permanent retention ponds. There is a total of 93 units to combine studio and one-bedroom units and seven permanent ponds on site. The front lawn and two courtyards will be developed into formal gardens for the Residents. The back yard will also function as stormwater storage for the entire city block. There are seven temporary ponds and seven private ponds.