Stretching over five acres, DC USA is a pedestrian-oriented retail complex in Washington D.C. Modeled after its Gotham-built sister project, Harlem USA, the complex transformed the neighborhood and catalyzed a renaissance of revitalization. Uniquely urban in scale, density, and transparency, DC USA is a one-stop retail destination for the D.C. metro area, attracting top retailers to its 510,000 sq. ft. of above-grade retail.
Property Facts
Developer, Construction Manager, & Owner
Gotham, Development Corporation of Columbia Heights, Grid Properties, Inc.
Development Corporation of Columbia Heights & Grid Properties, Inc.
Bower Lewis Thrower Architects
890,000 sq. ft.
Commercial
Washington, DC
Complementing the Neighborhood
Offering 1,200 feet of commercial frontage and three separate elevations, the Gotham-designed concrete block structure complements the neighborhood, with heavily windowed façades and individual storefront entries that accentuate the surroundings and encourage foot traffic. A 65-foot high-glass cylindrical atrium is the entry point for big-box retailers, while a mid-block truck drive and adjacent loading docks are concealed from view to keep delivery vehicles off public streets.