The Homer Building, from the SouthwestThe Homer Building, from the Southwest
EntrywayEntryway
Roof DeckRoof Deck
South FacadeSouth Facade
The Homer Building AtriumThe Homer Building Atrium
Racquetball CourtRacquetball Court
The Homer Building

In 1990 the Homer Building’s historic lobby and original four-story facade were incorporated into a new, 460,000 square foot, 12-story building with a full height atrium. It was Akridge's first integration of new development and historic preservation, and  is one of the  most elegant structures in Washington's commercial center. Located atop Metro Center station, its premier amenities, including a roof deck with rare views of the DC skyline, and a full-service fitness facility, make The Homer Building the destination for business in downtown Washington. The building has received numerous accolades, including the BOMA International's Office Building of the Year Award.

Akridge continues to maintain this trophy-class office and retail property, now owned by Mitsui Fudosan America, Inc., a majority interest shareholder, to the highest standards, continuously upgrading technology, incorporating green features, and enhancing amenities. 

The Homer Building achieved LEED Gold Certification in 2011, is an EPA ENERGY STAR labeled property, and has recieved a BOMA 360 Performance Building designation.

 

Space is currently available for lease at The Homer Building.

AWARDS:
601 THIRTEENTH STREET, NW: BUILDING STAFF
Building Services Staff
Our award-winning team members wear uniforms and carry identification to ensure a high level of security in our buildings. You can contact your building's engineers and porters using the email address under Service Request on the right side of this page.
Edwards Tavarez
ENGINEER
Nelson Cuellar
EVENING ENGINEER
Arnold Cook
CHIEF ENGINEER
Michael Beckham
PORTER SUPERVISOR
Emerson G. Blackwell
PORTER
Charles Brooks
PORTER
Flowers Carraway
PORTER
Lucy Gray
CLEANING COORDINATOR
Terrence Jones
NIGHT ENGINEER
Sandra Ramirez
PORTER
Christopher T. Weber
ENGINEER
Property Management Staff
Should you have any questions or suggestions regarding building operations, please feel free to contact any member of your property management team.
601 THIRTEENTH STREET, NW: AVAILABLE SPACE FOR LEASE
144,000 SF Available144,000 SF Available
Roof DeckRoof Deck
Historic LobbyHistoric Lobby
Fitness FacilityFitness Facility
Fitness Facility Locker RoomFitness Facility Locker Room
144,000 SF of Trophy-Class Space Coming Available

In addition to The Homer Building’s features and its location atop Metro Center between the White House and the Capitol, your employees will enjoy the nation’s best property management service and many nearby restaurants, cultural venues, and hotels. The Homer Building’s ENERGY STAR label and recently-earned LEED Gold certification mean the building offers sustainable operations and lower energy costs, and the BOMA 360 Performance Building accreditiation certifies that the building demonstrates best practices in building operations and management.

Building Amenities include: 

  • Concierge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • ENERGY STAR label and LEED Gold Certification
  • BOMA 360 Performance Building
  • In-building wireless
  • Award-winning property management
  • Renovated fitness center with racquetball court and personal training
Download Floorplans
BUILDING INFORMATION AND SPACE AVAILABILITY
SECOND FLOOR
Large Windowed Suite: 22,545 SF
THIRD FLOOR SOUTH
Efficient Suite with Atrium Window Line: 2,444 SF
FOURTH FLOOR SOUTH TEST FITS
Two suites available: 3,514 SF and 3,945 SF
FIFTH FLOOR NORTH
Prime corner views: 17,155 SF
SEVENTH FLOOR
Three suites available: 2,670 SF, 5,272 SF, and 5,849 SF
EIGHTH FLOOR
Prime Elevator Exposure: 5,398 and 8,797 SF Suites
NINTH FLOOR
Efficient Law Firm Suite: 8,480 SF
TENTH FLOOR
Full Floor: 40,428 SF
601 THIRTEENTH STREET, NW: BUILDING SERVICES
Service Request
To advise us of service requests, Clients may use our online service request system by clicking the link on the right side of this page, email requests to service601@akridge.com, fax requests to 202.347.8043, or simply call us at 202.638.3000 to receive a prompt and courteous response to all your building needs. For after-hours building service please call Kastle at 703.524.7911.
Building Guides

A comprehensive guide to your building’s operations, your electronic tenant handbook includes information on everything from how to access after-hours HVAC to emergency procedures and holiday closures. Find it at http://601thirteenthstreet.info/toc.cfm.

All the Right Moves: A Contractor’s Guide for Office Construction details guidelines and procedures for vendors providing construction and related services to Akridge building Clients.

Building Access
The Homer Building is electronically monitored by Kastle Systems, Inc.  For more information on Kastle, visit www.kastle.com or call 703.524.7911.
Parking
Underground parking, managed by MarcParc, is available from 6:00 am to 8:30 pm. Services include car-washing/detailing, free audio books, battery jumpstarts and lockout service. Monthly contracts are available. For more information, call 202.637.9446 or visit www.marcparc.com.
Concierge

The concierge for The Homer Building is Katrina Higgins. This complimentary service for building Clients can be used for event planning, sending corporate gifts, and more, and is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Phone: 202.393.1675
Email: khiggins@classicconcierge.com

Building Amenities

The Homer Building has a number of Client based amenities including a roof deck, bicycle racks in the parking garage, a full-service fitness facility with racquetball court and personal trainer, and an onsite newsstand with drycleaning and shoe shine services.


To use your building’s fitness center, please complete and return this form to your property manager. Once the property manager has received your completed waiver, please wait two to three hours before acccessing the fitness center to make sure that your fob has been properly activated.

Zipcar

As an added benefit to our Clients, there is a Zipcar on site. Please click here for more information.

Green Initiatives

Akridge is proud of our many Green Initiatives. For more information about sustainability, including recycling tips and materials, please visit www.greenakridge.com.
Information on responsible recycling is also provided through the links below.

Resources for an Earth-Friendly Workspace:
Akridge's DC Guide
Akridge's Virginia Guide
DC Department of Public Works Commercial Recycling Guide
DC Recycling Hotline 202.645.8245

Awards

LEED Gold Certification
BOMA 360 Performance Building
Energy Star Partner Recipient - 2007–2010
Realcomm Digie Award - Best Use of Automation - 2006
Cornerstone Award – Best Urban Office Building – 1990
AOBA Building of The Year Award – 1991
BOMA Regional Award – 1991
BOMA International Award for Excellence – 1991
Modernization Grand Prize Award presented by Buildings Magazine – 1991

Investor Information
Investment partners click here to find up-to-date information on the asset and other market information.
Service Providers
INTERNET AND PHONE COMPANIES
Allied Telecom Group
AT&T Local
1.877.593.2087
www.business.att.com
Cogent
1.877.875.4432
www.cogentco.com
DIRECTV
1.800.638.0044
www.actionantenna.com/
Eureka Networks
The Capitol Connection
Verizon
202.954.6263
www.verizon.com
LOBBY, FITNESS CENTER, ROOFTOP AND COMMON AREAS
 
TENTH FLOOR
Full Floor: 40,428 SF
 
NINTH FLOOR
Efficient Law Firm Suite: 6,395 SF
 
EIGHTH FLOOR - SUITE A
Prime Elevator Exposure: 5,398 SF
 
EIGHTH FLOOR - SUITE B
Prime Elevator Exposure: 8,797 SF
 
SEVENTH FLOOR - SUITE A
SUITE A: 4,666 SF
 
SEVENTH FLOOR - SUITE B
SUITE B: 16,023 SF
 
SEVENTH FLOOR - SUITE C
SUITE C: 7,313 SF
 
SEVENTH FLOOR - SUITE D
SUITE D: 1,752 SF | Available 07.01.12
 
FIFTH FLOOR
Half Floor: 17,155 SF
 
FOURTH FLOOR - SUITE A
SUITE A: 3,514 SF
 
FOURTH FLOOR - SUITE B
SUITE B: 3,945 SF
 
THIRD FLOOR
Efficient Suite with Atrium Window Line: 2,444 SF
 
SECOND FLOOR
Large Windowed Suite: 22,545 SF
 
Contact Info
AKRIDGE LEASING
Wilbur E. Pace
202.624.8649
wpace@akridge.com
AKRIDGE LEASING
Katherine A. Gorretta
202.624.8606
kgorretta@akridge.com
PROPERTY MANAGER
Kaitlin Brokaw
202-756-3087
kbrokaw@akridge.com
VICE PRESIDENT, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Sharon Perera
202.624.8634
sperera@akridge.com
SERVICE REQUEST?
Email service601@akridge.com
Call 202.638.3000
Or access our web-based system.
Building Specs
YEAR BUILT :1913; Redeveloped 1990
FLOORS:12
SQ FOOTAGE:430,000
USES:Office, Retail
PARKING:4-level secure garage
A+ SERVICES: Development,Property Management,Leasing,Acquisitions,Construction Management,Finance and Asset Management