The government of the Republic of Chad has selected the Washington, D.C. office of Leo A Daly  to provide architectural, engineering and landscape design for its new embassy. The project involves complete renovation of a 40-year-old building on Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, D.C.

"Our extensive experience with embassy design, coupled with our ability to provide not only architecture, but also engineering, interior and landscape design services, makes us the perfect candidate for this project," says Alan Feltoon, managing principal for the Leo A Daly Washington, D.C. office.
 
The goal of the project is to modernize the interior, exterior and landscape of the building, built in the 1960s, which comprises approximately 8,300 sq. ft. of three equally sized floors above ground, a full basement and a mechanical penthouse. Leo A Daly will complete the restoration in two phases.
 
All floors will be renovated to create meeting and office space, as well as the Ambassador's suite. Sustainable interior finishes, lighting and tailored detailing augmented by craft and art pieces from Chad will complete the diplomatic setting of the new embassy.
 
In addition to a new layout addressing the diplomatic functions, the ceiling will be replaced to incorporate new heating and cooling equipment, air distribution systems, fire alarm system, lighting and data cable distribution. State-of-the-art communications and security systems also will be integrated throughout the facility.
 
The renovation includes an enhanced building exterior to allow for a greater presence, while maintaining its current architectural character. To achieve this goal, the exterior will be refurbished to include a three-story high window prominently placed above the entrance vestibule. The landscape also will receive treatment as part of the second phase of renovation, including repair of stone work at the front steps and a new walkway from the street.
 
The project further includes a gallery space located at the entrance. It will exhibit the planned renovation of the building and provide information to visitors about the Republic of Chad.