southeast corners. The doors are set within an arched opening and are surmounted by nine-light arched windows. Gothic, lantern-style, wall-mounted fixtures flank each door. The west elevation is similar to the east, except that a shingled penthouse appears on the roof of this elevation. There is one arched entryway at the northwest corner. At the center of the elevation, marble steps lead down to a basement entry (now closed). The building site is surrounded on the south, east and west elevations by a massive marble balustrade. Marble clad walls off the balustrade open onto the entries. The landscaping is dominated by magnolia trees at the east and west elevations. The north elevation contains the original loading dock area. The east and west elevations continue around to the north end with original detailing. The walls of the light court are light grey brick. The original loading dock has been filled-in and is used for parking and as a secured entry. Significant interior spaces include the marble finished lobby with brass elevators and grand marble staircases at each end; marble elevator lobbies and corridors at second and third floors; and a ceremonial courtroom on the third floor which features full-height wood paneling. The building is currently undergoing a major remodel to bring it back to a more original look on the interior and a restoration of the exterior. See also List of United States post offices References External links Federal Judicial Center Historic Federal Courthouses page Attribution Beaux-Arts architecture in Alabama Government buildings completed in 1921 National Register of Historic Places in Birmingham, Alabama Buildings and structures in Birmingham, Alabama Courthouses in Alabama Post office buildings on the National Register of Historic Places in Alabama Courthouses on the National Register of Historic Places in Alabama Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design gold certified buildings