Tellus is a 16-story mixed-use building located in the heart of the vibrant Courthouse neighborhood and within walking distance of Arlington’s government center, the Metro, retail shops, and restaurants. Designed to be Arlington’s first LEED residential building, Tellus will feature a lush plaza over the parking structure with portions dedicated in a public access easement to Arlington County. 

The plaza includes two distinct public and private areas separated by a slight change in grade and plantings. At the same time the spaces are connected visually by eliminating fences and screen walls as well as by a multi-level water feature flowing from the public space to the private. Connections have also been provided to gardens adjacent to the site. Preservation of views through the site to the Capitol Dome and the Washington Monument were key considerations in the development of the plan and the project design team worked closely with County agencies and various boards to successfully navigate an extensive public review process.