Boom Watch

East Dome of Kogod Courtyard
Joanna
October 25, 2006

 

Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the undulating glass canopy designed by renowned architect Norman Foster of Foster and Partners. It will cover the Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard, one of the largest event spaces in Washington, which is at the center of our historic building. The courtyard will be complete in late 2007. This photo appears courtesy of Hensel Phelps Construction Co.

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