In downtown Washington, D.C., vertical construction is underway at the Australian Embassy’s new chancery after a year-long effort onsite to remove the existing building and excavate the below-grade structure. Built by Clark Construction and designed by Bates Smart, the 220,000-square-foot chancery will feature a custom curtainwall system and expansive interior glass atrium, as well as open assembly spaces, an exhibition gallery, event spaces and offices. The new six-story building will facilitate Australia’s work to advance foreign policy, security, international development, trade, investment and business interests in the United States, and promote the strong partnership between the governments and people of … Read more