We are proud to share that Arboretum Recreation Center is the recipient of the 2023 Award of Excellence for Best Institutional Facility from NAIOP’s DC + Maryland Chapter. Arboretum is DC General Services’ and Parks + Rec’s first #masstimber project. NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association recognizes outstanding projects, firms, and members in the region.
The project integrates biophilic design principles, intertwined with strategies like daylighting, passive design, natural ventilation, and solar power to deliver a high-performance building that is ready to meet Net Zero Energy requirements. Mass Timber in the form of CLT and GLT was used as a design tool to get closer to Carbon Net Neutrality for a net carbon reduction of 30% while also bringing warmth to an otherwise often stark typology. Other green features include solar ready roof, green roof, rain gardens, and integrated stormwater management.
For more about Arboretum, Click Here. See the award announcement here: 2023 Awards of Excellence Winners - NAIOP DC | MD (naiopdcmd.org)
Part of the team, including Hamza Hamdeh, Tanja Werner, and Joseph Sandor
Detail of the bronze metal screen wall. Credit: Anice Hoachlander