Stout & Teague, led by our VP of Property Management, Pam Hill, is proud to announce the successful completion of a significant renovation of the True Reformer Building at 1200 U St. NW, Washington, D.C. This historic landmark, a cornerstone of the U Street community, underwent a $5 million renovation to modernize its facilities while preserving its rich cultural legacy.
Working closely with the Public Welfare Foundation, Stout & Teague oversaw extensive upgrades to the building’s lobby, auditorium, facade, office spaces, and conference areas. The True Reformer Building, originally designed by John A. Lankford—the first licensed Black architect in Washington, D.C.—is one of the first buildings in the U.S. to be designed, financed, and constructed by the Black community. Today, it continues to serve as a vital space for nonprofit organizations that support racial equity and social justice initiatives.
The newly renovated first and second floors now offer nonprofit groups free access to state-of-the-art event and conference spaces, reflecting the building’s long-standing role as a hub for community engagement.
It has been a privilege to work with the Public Welfare Foundation and a talented project team including OTJ Architects, D|Watts Construction, LLC, and many design professionals and construction craftsmen to restore this architectural gem to its rightful place as the community hub of the historic U Street Corridor., said Pam Hill, Vice President, project manager for Stout & Teague.
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