Hitachi Government Affairs
Hitachi Inspires the Next
Cutting-Edge
Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) completed an interior fit-out for Hitachi Government Affairs at 900 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC with construction manager, Savills, and architect, SKB Architecture and Design. Hitachi was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It is a global technology company that answers “society’s most pressing challenges through cutting-edge operational technology” (Hitachi). “The United States is entering a promising new digital era but faces an array of complex challenges that will require bold new policy frameworks, innovative technology solutions, and increased collaboration between the public and private sectors,” says Hitachi General Manager, Kenichiro Mizoguchi.
Sarah Wisseman worked as a Preconstruction Manager on the Hitachi Government Affairs project.
Minimalistic yet inviting
This project was designed with attention to detail in mind. SKB Architecture and Design composed a space that was minimalistic yet inviting. The Ukranian walnut Wonderwall Studios woodwall welcomes you from the entrance and continues into the conference room. Echoing the design of the woodwall, the triangular moments can be found throughout the space in the custom film, furniture and flooring. The space includes polished concrete floors, specialty metallic paint and acoustical wall panels. It also includes conference rooms, a pantry with bar-height seating, open and private offices, a copy room and ample storage.
With four Metro lines and the White House within walking distance, the new office allows the Hitachi team and policy makers to come together to solve societal challenges. CWC was able to execute the architect’s vision to provide the client a space they can comfortably work in.
