New Executive Office Building

The New Executive Office Building is a ten-story federal office structure located at 725 17th Street NW that features an offset H-shaped design with a long brick facade. The structure houses multiple government agencies and provides administrative workspace for the executive branch.

Built between 1965 and 1969, this structure replaced four earlier office buildings from the early 1900s that once occupied the site. The construction reflected broader efforts to modernize federal office facilities in the post-war era.

The structure maintains architectural harmony with Lafayette Square through its domestic facades while incorporating modern design elements for government functions.

Access is restricted to authorized personnel since this is an active government facility. Visitors can view the exterior design and surrounding area from the street without entering the building itself.

The building stands twice as tall as its neighboring Eisenhower Executive Office Building yet manages visual harmony with the surrounding historic structures. This height contrast reveals how modern office design and historic preservation coexist within the same district.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Official opening: 1969

GPS coordinates: 38.89940,-77.03900

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30