Reston, VA (June 20, 2018) – At a recent ceremony, 700 Constitution in Washington, DC was honored with an Award of Merit for Historic Architecture by the AIA Northern Virginia Chapter. After sitting vacant for several years, a 1920s-era hospital was converted into a luxury apartment building through a complete roof to basement renovation. Daniel J. Shewbridge, AIA, Principal-in-Charge of the project, accepted the award on behalf of Architecture, Incorporated and the entire project team.

Terry Busby, a Principal of 700 LLC, said of the effort, “Though daunting at times, the expertise of the architects, engineers, contractors, and artisans all contributed to the preservation effort and overcame the challenges unique to this historic structure. The restored building is now a point of pride in the community and contributes to the continued transformation and preservation of the Capitol Hill Historic District.”

The building has 139 units with a rooftop deck, outdoor courtyard, fitness center, community room, yoga studio, an e-lounge, package delivery system, among other amenities. While challenging, the building’s history gives it some unique qualities like high ceilings, large windows, and natural light.

The AIA Northern Virginia Chapter Design Awards Program was created to recognize and celebrate chapter members’ achievements in the design of the built environment. The Design Awards Program honors and celebrates AIA members’ commitment to design excellence in various practice groups. As the premier event of the Chapter, the awards program demonstrates to both clients and the public, the availability of local award-winning firms, and individuals dedicated to providing outstanding architectural design and execution.

About Architecture, Incorporated
Founded in 1986, Reston, VA-based Architecture, Incorporated is a 60-person, award-winning planning, architecture, and interior design practice that is united in the belief that as trusted advisers and design leaders, we reach beyond the predictable to turn vision into reality while solving complex challenges for public, private, and government clients—improving quality of life through the built environment. Our projects range from complex renovations to new construction for commercial, hospitality, education, healthcare, senior living, multifamily, and sports and recreation clients across the region. This wide range of design experience and core value of client service has made Architecture, Inc. recognized as one of the most prominent firms in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.