The Tippecanoe County Courthouse, originally constructed in the 1880s, serves as both a historic civic landmark and a defining anchor of downtown Lafayette. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the courthouse remains central to Tippecanoe County's commitment to preserving its architectural heritage while ensuring the building continues to function effectively for modern judicial operations. Cordogan Clark served as architect for multiple restoration and renovation projects within this important public building.

The work carefully balanced historic preservation with modernization, integrating updated building systems, improved circulation, enhanced security measures, and renewed public spaces designed to better support judges, staff, attorneys, jurors, and the public. Special attention was given to preserving the integrity of historic materials and detailing while creating a more functional and welcoming environment for Tippecanoe County residents.

Following legislation establishing Superior Court Seven, Cordogan Clark was selected to design a major interior renovation creating a new courtroom within the historic courthouse. The process involved detailed space utilization studies and extensive renovations spanning multiple floors to identify the most appropriate location for the new courtroom and associated support spaces. The project also included comprehensive technological modernization throughout the courthouse, integrating updated electronic displays, audio systems, and networking infrastructure to support contemporary court operations and remote connectivity.

The project included extensive restoration and modernization of both the exterior and interior of the courthouse. Exterior improvements included restoration of the historic wood windows, along with masonry and limestone repair and replacement across the building façade, carefully preserving the craftsmanship and architectural character of the original structure.

Throughout the renovation, significant care was taken to maintain the architectural integrity of the building. Historic detailing was carefully studied and replicated so the new courtroom would seamlessly align with the character, proportions, and material quality of the courthouse's original courtrooms. Additional improvements included modernization of HVAC systems, upgraded building security with electronic door hardware and lockdown capabilities, and restoration work within the historic dome, including repainting and reconstruction of deteriorated ornamental plaster moldings.

Because the courthouse remained fully operational during construction, the project required highly coordinated phasing and close collaboration with County officials to maintain uninterrupted court functions and daily operations throughout the renovation process.