Govt agency questions Smithsonian over removal of garden, lack of details in changes
Washington
THE Smithsonian Institution's plan to redevelop the area around its iconic administration building, known as the Castle, by replacing its formal garden and relocating three entrance pavilions received mixed reaction from the federal agency that must eventually approve it.
The US$2 billion plan is intended to increase the area's visibility from the National Mall, add such visitor amenities as restrooms and food service, and improve its accessibility and circulation.
BT is now on Telegram!
For daily updates on weekdays and specially selected content for the weekend. Subscribe to t.me/BizTimes
Property
Abu Dhabi builder plans US$6.8 billion luxury housing project
JTC to sell hospitality project being built in Punggol Digital District
Mapletree Logistics Trust posts 2.5% drop in Q4 DPU; manager warns of further headwinds
Abu Dhabi developer Aldar posts 88% in Q1 leap
Without a game changer, Sentosa Cove condos will continue underperforming
Church to tackle US housing crisis