A suited-up downtown tower where Pelli’s restraint is the point—clean edges, no excuses.
Office in D.C., United States.
Visitor Guide
Treat it as a streetscape moment: look for how the tower meets the sidewalk and how the lobby transparencies negotiate security.
Best from across the street at midday when facades read flat and the detailing becomes visible.
Typical private office tower: lobby may be accessible; upper floors not public; no tickets.
Pelli’s D.C. work often hides sophistication in proportion and glazing rhythm—look for the ‘almost nothing’ decisions.
15–30 min
Design & Structure
Conventional high-rise delivery: curtain-wall optimization, code-driven core planning, and urban massing studies rather than expressive geometry.
Glass + stone/metal spandrels; materiality is about civic restraint in a security-conscious city.
Engineering is standard high-rise: core + perimeter framing designed for wind and seismic requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed The Investment Building?+
The Investment Building was designed by César Pelli and completed in 2001. It is located in Washington, D.C., United States.
Where is The Investment Building located?+
The Investment Building is located in Washington, D.C., United States. Its coordinates are 38.9028°, -77.0352°.
When was The Investment Building built?+
The Investment Building was completed in 2001. It was designed by César Pelli.
Can I visit The Investment Building?+
The Investment Building is a real building in Washington, D.C. that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.