Poised as it is near the intersection of the east-west and north-south axes of the Mall, the NMAAHC will be the Washington Monument’s closest neighbor. Though exceptionally privileged, the site selected for the Museum is also exceptionally challenging: It is diagonally oriented to the vertical shaft of the Monument, and the ground level at its center lies some fourteen feet below that of the Mall. Our understanding of these conditions, together with the constraints imposed by required setbacks, led us to make two early decisions. The first was to raise the main entry level of the NMAAHC to the level of the Mall, so as to strengthen its presence there and reinforce its relationship to the family of museums arrayed along the Mall’s northern side. The second was to refrain from confronting the Monument with a monolithic building volume. Instead, we affirmed at roof level the largest square permitted within mandated setbacks, but then voided the building beneath it, so that the square form is seen not to define a volume but rather to frame a space. Next, we shaped a sinuous, curvilinear glass wall that further configures the space beneath the square roof and extends beyond it to the south in a gesture that responds to both the Monument and the Mall. Allowing the square, representing equality and permanence, to frame a dynamic space, representing journey and change, is the central idea of our design concept. As a further affirmation of the creativity fostered by equality, wood louvers contained within the three-story-high double-glazed wall will open and close throughout the day in a constant improvisational dance with the sun and sky.
Ft Totten Waste Facility
The facility is being built in For-totten in Washington DC. The design is created for a smooth passage of waste through ramp and waste is shaded by a staggered form of room which creates a landmark in the region.
The entire system of movement of trash bins was studied and designed according to safety standards.
The entire complex gives a modern and minimalist look to the neighborhood. The basic concept was to bring in change of the conventional images of waste facilities among the local communities.
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FACILITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION
UDC Hydroponics
The University of the District of Columbia Awarded dp+partners and FEI Contractors to Design and Build an Urban Aquaponic System and Hoop Houses on four different sites throughout the District of Columbia. A Aquaponic system, is a closed loop system that produce fish and vegetables. This system combined in a hoop house is expected to generate 500 lbs. of fish and 5,000 lbs. of produce annually. Dp+partners continue to stay in forefront of sustainable architecture and environment.
White Medical Unit
dp+partners Task was to Provide A&E Services for the Design of the White House Medical Unit, Located in the New Executive Office Building. The Program Included: Waiting room for up to six patience. Administrative Office for three. Three Exam Rooms, One Trauma Room, Pharmacy, Full ADA Restroom with Shower, and a File Storage Room.