Leuterio Thomas provided structural and architectural design services as part of the design-build team. LT’s structural work included the design of the foundations, ground-floor slab, and monumental stair.
The architectural scope included the renovation and integration of the historic pumping station and the design and coordination of interior ceilings throughout the building. LT coordinated the ceiling layouts with furniture, lighting, HVAC, and other building systems while supporting the development of the construction documents.
Throughout the design-build process, LT worked closely with the general contractor to evaluate constructability and identify cost-effective foundation solutions. The team investigated several alternatives, including battered piles and piles with steel casings, to address the site’s underground constraints while meeting the structural demands of the four-story truss.
BIM played an important role in coordinating the building’s complex systems. Using a secure connection to SmithGroup’s servers, LT worked directly within the shared Revit model. This allowed the team to coordinate reflected ceiling plans across disciplines and integrate the historic pumping station with the new office building in real time.
Through close collaboration among the architect, contractor, engineers, and consultants, LT helped resolve the project’s structural and architectural challenges while supporting a unified design for one of the Anacostia waterfront’s most distinctive buildings.
