Like fingers interlaced in a symbolic clasp of unity and mutual interdependence, SOM’s design for the International Treaty Organization Headquarters represents the changing mission of the organization from opposition and prevention to unification and integration. The SOM landmark design provides each member-nation with embassy-level security and privacy while also providing shared space where national representatives can meet as partners in the pursuit of peace and comity.

Project Facts

Completion Year: 2012
Site Area: 100 acres
Project Area: 2,000,000 ft²
Building Height: 32 m
Number of Stories: 7