ULI Washington Awards for Excellence Project Winner - Excellence in Sustainability, Avocet Tower

Avocet Tower, recipient of the 2025 ULI Washington Award for Excellence in Sustainability, exemplifies cutting-edge green design in an urban setting. The LEED Platinum tower integrates native plantings that reduce potable water use and restore pollinator habitats, while bioretention systems manage rainwater to ease strain on local infrastructure.

Sustainable features include electrochromic View Glass to cut glare and energy use, responsibly sourced materials, and a sculptural trellis brise-soleil that shields occupants from extreme sun. A green roof and open terraces provide access to nature, daylight, and 360° views of the metro area. Anchored by the dynamic Biophilic Beauty sculpture—echoing birds in flight—Avocet Tower sets a new benchmark for workplace wellness and environmental stewardship.