Innovation District Pump Station draws national and regional attention

The Innovation District Pump Station features a 7,800-SF wastewater facility designed to serve both functional and public-facing roles. The structure doubles as a multipurpose shade pavilion and an experiential education center. The design enhances the park’s overall utility and accessibility. It was featured in Architectural Record, bringing national attention to a project that challenges conventional expectations of essential infrastructure. The recognition underscores the potential for design, landscape, and engineering to work together in unexpected ways, transforming an essential civic facility into a place that invites curiosity and interaction. 

The project was also featured in the Summer 2026 issue of ArchitectureDC. The publication highlighted the project’s role within the broader public realm, recognizing how infrastructure can contribute to a more engaging and connected community experience. The article also includes insights from Senior Principal and Director of Commercial Office, Rob Holzbach, FAIA, LEED AP, whose perspective reflects the collaborative vision behind the project and the opportunity to rethink how essential infrastructure can serve both functional and civic purposes. The feature reflects a shared interest in design that extends beyond function to create lasting value for the people and neighborhoods it serves.