BusinessD.C.'s Facilities Agency Recognized for Excellence in World-Class Buildings

D.C.’s Facilities Agency Recognized for Excellence in World-Class Buildings

The D.C. Department of General Services recently noted three city facilities received awards this year.

The Arboretum Recreation Center in Ward 5 was feted by the Global Future Design Awards for its uniquely designed timber facility. 

The Brooks, a short-term housing facility in Ward 3, was honored with an Architectural Award at the 2023 American Institute of Architects—D.C. Chapter Design Awards. 

The St. Elizabeths East Campus in Ward 8 was awarded by the Construction Management Association of America as the best transportation construction project with a budget under $50 million.

Agency Director Delano Hunter said, “Every day, DSG builds, maintains and sustains world-class facilities for all District residents, and these recognitions reaffirm our commitment to excellence.”

James Wright Jr. is the D.C. political reporter for the Washington Informer Newspaper. He has worked for the Washington AFRO-American Newspaper as a reporter, city editor and freelance writer and The Washington…
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