USDA Modernization to South Building Phase 4A
Washington, dc
5th floor renovated space - USDA South Administration Building
By: Larry Inguagiato, LEED AP, Project Manager
The U.S. Department of Agriculture South Building Phase 4A project is drawing to a close. The project has consisted of the renovation of the 1st through 6th floor and attic areas of the 5th wing at the USDA building. The electrical, mechanical, fire alarm systems have been replaced and interior finishes designed to achieve the Silver rating under LEED®-Commercial Interiors.
The tenant areas of the upper floors are currently being completed for the system furniture to be installed starting on the 5th floor in early January. The bathrooms are being tiled and finished with fixtures and partitions. The lower floors are being prepared for ceiling tiles to be installed and floor finishes. On the first floor the drywall is being finished and prepared for painting and ceiling finishes.
Custom millwork and cabinet fabrication are being finalized for installation. Other craftsmen work underway includes the continuing stone restoration and repair in the corridors and bathrooms where pink Tennessee Marble exists from the original 1938 construction. The mechanical systems are being examined and factory start-ups performed in preparation for commissioning activities to begin in February. The 4A renovation is scheduled for completion in the spring 2011.
Date Posted: January 13, 2011