This 189-year-old park – last fixed up in 1935 – now includes:

• New tree cover and seating areas
• Winding paths
• A children’s play area
• Improved stormwater management
• A new central fountain
• A pavilion to host a cafe

The city and federal officials have committed that everyone will have access to Franklin Park regardless of residential status. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says the park stands as a defining landmark in the city.

The Kalkreuth team faced a few challenges along the way, including reopening Franklin Park before completing the job, adding the challenge of maintaining safe foot traffic for nearby parkgoers, and using ACM panels to create a hairline joint increased the job’s complexity.

Maryland

Washington, DC

Smoot Construction Company of Washington DC

Studios Architecture

The Department of General Services

• 2,400 sq. ft. Hot Fluid Applied

• 2,400 sq. ft. Vegetation, Pavers, Ballast
• 655 sq. ft. Aluminum Composite Panels

New Construction