Forell Elsesser provided structural engineering to improve the seismic functionality, performance, and safety of Oregon’s 1914 Supreme Court Building. The 55,800 sf, three-story, Classical Revival-style building features abundant classical detailing, a grand staircase, and a historically significant stained-glass skylight in the courtroom. The modernization provides a safer, more accessible work environment for the essential workers and staff integral to Oregon’s highest courts. The project includes energy efficiency updates to interior systems and a foundation replacement with a base isolation system for seismic resilience, all while sensitively preserving the historical character-defining features of this Oregon landmark.