Federal Home Loan Bank Board Building
Federal Home Loan Bank Board Building, Neoclassical federal building in Downtown Washington, D.C., United States.
Description
The Federal Home Loan Bank Board Building is a Neoclassical structure in downtown Washington, D.C., built with limestone facades, grand columns, and balanced proportions. The building displays classical architectural details that convey institutional authority through its formal composition.
History
The building was originally constructed between 1927 and 1928 for a private insurance company and became federal property in 1934 during the New Deal. Expansions between 1935 and 1937 added Art Moderne elements that complemented the original Classical Revival design.
Culture
The building reflects the federal government's role in supporting home ownership during a time of economic struggle. Visitors can see how this financial mission is expressed through the building's formal classical design and sense of institutional purpose.
Practical
The building is located in downtown Washington on 1st Street NW and is accessible by public transportation. Since it currently serves as a federal office, public access may be limited or unavailable.
Did you know?
The building was designed by architect George E. Mathews in Classical Revival style and later underwent an architectural transformation with Art Moderne additions. This blend of two different design periods is visible in how the building evolved during its conversion to federal use.
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