Washington Square

Overview

Washington Square is an iconic trophy office building located near the intersection of Connecticut Avenue and K Street, NW, in the heart of Washington, D.C.'s Central Business District and within walking distance of the White House. This newly-renovated architectural landmark, which received the prestigious LEED Gold Certification, encompasses one million square feet of premier office and retail space. With direct access to the Farragut North Metro Station and surrounded by many of Washington’s finest hotels, shops and restaurants, Washington Square enjoys an unparalleled location that is home to some of the nation's most distinguished firms. The building features nearly 100,000 square feet of highly-visible retail space, with an appealing mix of dining, shopping and services that includes Morton’s The Steakhouse, Starbucks, Men’s Wearhouse and US Post Office.

1050 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, D.C.

Highlights

  • First Class 1 Million SF | 12-story office tower
  • Direct access to Farragut North Metro Station located within the building
  • LEED Gold certification
  • Fitwel 1 Star rating
  • Concierge service
  • Parking garage with 3 levels of below ground parking
  • 24-hour building security
  • Developed, owned and managed by Lerner and The Tower Companies

Amenities

Sustainability

LEED® GOLD

LEED® GOLD

LEED® GOLD

Washington Square incorporates the use of green initiatives and sustainable practices to affirm the owners’ commitment to preserving the earth’s most precious resources.

Fitwel Certification

Fitwel Certification

Fitwel Certification

Washington Square has achieved a Fitwel 1 Star Rating in recognition of the evidence-based design and operations strategies that support the physical, mental, and social health of our occupants.

VENTILATION

VENTILATION

VENTILATION

The building provides increased ventilation, pulling fresh air into the building to ensure that the indoor air quality maintained at all times.

GREEN ENERGY

GREEN ENERGY

GREEN ENERGY

100% of the energy consumed comes from renewable energy sources that provide the highest environmental benefit.

RECYCLE

RECYCLE

RECYCLE

As a model of green entrepreneurship and as an agent of change, building management collects and disposes of recyclables such as paper, plastic, glass, aluminum and other materials.

CO2 REDUCTION

CO2 REDUCTION

CO2 REDUCTION

The building systems are optimized to ensure we can reduce CO2 emissions compared to non-LEED® office buildings reducing the strain on Earth's most precious resource.

MATERIALS

MATERIALS

MATERIALS

50% of the materials used in building renovation projects must meet stringent environmental requirements, including the use of post-industrial recycled content or materials extracted, harvested and manufactured locally. Tenants are encouraged to do the same in the design and construction of interiors.

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

DAYLIGHT/VIEWS

Tenants are encouraged to design interiors to provide access to daylight and views. The building configuration allows for optimizing the amount of natural daylight in the workspace which improves working conditions, boosts employee wellness, satisfaction and morale.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The underground parking is designed to minimize the base building's contribution to heat-island effect and relieve the cooling energy load during hot summer months.

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE

A computerized Energy Management System allows for monitoring and control of energy use.

WATER EFFICIENCY

WATER EFFICIENCY

WATER EFFICIENCY

The use of water-efficient fixtures in the common areas and amenity spaces reduces the amount of water used by the building.

ACCESSIBILITY

ACCESSIBILITY

ACCESSIBILITY

With a Transit Score of 100, Washington Square is one of the most accessible office buildings in Washington DC, with direct access to public transportation, including Farragut North Metro Station on-site and access to numerous bus lines.

WALKABILITY

WALKABILITY

WALKABILITY

Washington Square has a WalkScore rating of 99 and is deemed “a walker’s paradise” for accessibility and convenience, with a wide range of on-site and nearby amenities including shopping, dining, services, nearby hotel accommodations and historical attractions.

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION

With a BikeScore of 90, it’s a “biker’s paradise” with on-site access to an enclosed, secure bicycle room and on-site shower facilities. A conveniently located charging station for electric vehicles is located in the garage.

Accessibility

Bus

Frequent and convenient transit lines at several Metrobus stops in the area. Check schedules here.

Metro/Rail

Direct access to Farragut North Metro Station in the building; easy access to Union Station and Amtrak.

Bike

D.C. is often ranked among the top ten most bikeable cities in the U.S. There are four Capital Bikeshare stations just a few blocks away; Learn about the Capital Bikeshare program here.

Carpool

Designated carpool spaces in the parking garage serve to encourage employees to commute sustainably.

Drive

Conveniently located in the heart of the Central Business District with easy access to Capitol Hill and Union Station.

Fly

Washington Square is less than 6 miles away from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and is a 15 minute Metro ride, direct on the blue line. Learn more.

Around the Area

Awards

Associated Builders and Contractors 2011 Award of Excellence, Commercial ($5-12 Million)
Golden Triangle BID’s 2018 Golden Streets Contest, Best in Sustainability: Tapisseries de Trottoir

Lease at Washington Square

Randolph C. Harrell
202.585.5556
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Notable Tenants

Demographics

769,723
2015 Estimated Total Population
354,736
2015 Total Households
2.8%
Population Growth Forecast
$77,620
Median Household Income
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