William A. Jones III Building

Size: 388,000 sf

Location: ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE, CAMP SPRINGS, MD

Partners

Owner: AIR FORCE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Architect: AIR FORCE CORPS OF ENGINEERS

Awards:

LEED Gold, USGBC
Merit Award, Design Excellence, USAF
Excellence in Construction, ABC Ches.
National D/B Excellence, DBIA National
Best D/B Project, AGC Metro

This 5-story structure boasts a robust structural steel frame with precast concrete cladding, accented by a thin brick inlay. The building includes SCIF spaces and an extensive network of secure and non-secure telecommunications systems. As the home of Andrew Air Force Base’s judicial operations, the facility houses both trial and appellate courts, featuring courtrooms that are elegantly designed with high-end millwork, coffered ceilings, and advanced sound systems. Designed and constructed to achieve LEED Gold certification, the building incorporates several sustainable features, including energy-efficient mechanical systems, a green roof, and a 30% reduction in water usage.

Images: © Jeffrey Sauers