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| Clark Construction redevelops former D.C. Laundry plant site Construction is underway on a condominium building and below-grade parking garage on the site of the former Yale Steam Laundry plant on New York Avenue in northwest Washington, D.C. The project is being constructed by Clark Multi-Family Builders – Mid Atlantic, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clark Construction Group. Built in 1902 at a cost of $40,000, the Yale Steam Laundry plant was the primary laundry facility that washed most of the linens from D.C. hotels and government buildings for decades, including those of the White House and Congress. A new, industrial-style 12-story tower will be built adjacent to the historic structure, featuring brick with precast accents. The design for this project, by BBG-BBGM of Washington, D.C., incorporates open floor plans, floor-to-ceiling windows, and historic ambiance with modern amenities. In addition, the plant's 120-foot-tall brick smokestack will be preserved on site, as will much of the original three-story structure which will be transformed into 16 loft-style condominiums. A stainless-steel roof-top pool will be added to the historic structure. Clark recently completed excavation for the new building and foundation work is in progress. The 169,000-gross-square-foot project is scheduled to be completed by December 31, 2007. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Construction News :: home page |