Commercial

CODE (Center of Developing Entrepreneurs) Building

Overview

Encouraging Innovation, Fostering Growth 

The CODE (Center of Developing Entrepreneurs) building is iconic—located on the west end of the Charlottesville Downtown Mall. It consists of Class A office space, co-working amenities, an auditorium, retail spaces, a green roof outdoor space and below-grade parking. The project also has a central courtyard area with public access and an amphitheater component for outdoor events. 

The building is a concrete frame with a mat foundation system, and is step up from the main entry on the downtown mall of Charlottesville to the North with successive green roof terraces to its highest level parallel to Water Street. The project is seeking LEED Platinum certification. 

Details

Location
Charlottesville
Size
265,000 sf
Delivery Method
CM at Risk
Year
2021

Partners

Owner
CSH Development LLC
Architect
Wolf Ackerman with Eskew+Dumez+Ripple
Civil Engineer
Timmons Group
Structural Engineer
Fox & Associates
MEP Engineer
2RW Consultants
Landscape Architect
Greg Bleam Landscape Architect

Gallery

A modern lobby with a mix of contemporary furniture including sofas, armchairs, and tables under warm lighting. The space features wooden ceiling panels, concrete walls, and a view to an adjacent area through a glass partition.
A modern multi-story building with a geometric facade, surrounded by garden with wooden pathways and purple flowers under a cloudy sky.
A view of a tiered rooftop garden
An auditorium with many wood chairs facing a wood paneled wall and screen. The floors have red carpeting, and the walls are concrete and wood
An auditorium with many wood chairs facing a wood paneled wall and screen. The floors have red carpeting, and the walls are concrete and wood
An auditorium with many wood chairs facing a wood paneled wall and screen. The floors have red carpeting, and the walls are concrete and wood.
The image depicts a modern and spacious interior with a blend of eclectic furniture. Tan sofas, yellow armchairs, and a dining area are visible. The ceiling features an intricate geometric pattern, and large windows allow ample natural light.
The view of a first floor lobby from the top of stairs. Room has concrete floors and walls with wooded furniture and panels.
The image depicts a modern and spacious interior with a blend of eclectic furniture. The ceiling features an intricate geometric pattern, and large windows allow ample natural light. A conference room is seen through glass panels on the left.
Conference tables and built in seating are seen in a modern workspace with wood, concrete, and steel walls.
A man sit on a couch in a lobby with a blend of eclectic furniture. Tan sofas, yellow armchairs, and a dining area are visible. The ceiling features an intricate geometric pattern, and large windows allow ample natural light.
A modern lobby with a mix of contemporary furniture including sofas, armchairs, and tables under warm lighting. The space features wooden ceiling panels, concrete walls, and a view to an adjacent area through a glass partition.
Modern lobby area with a mix of concrete walls, wooden paneling, and glass windows. The space includes a seating area with sofas and chairs, a desk with a person working on a laptop, and a reception desk.
A lobby area with high ceilings, concrete walls and wood and steel accents.
A geometric sculpture hanging from the celling.
A large window overlooking a triangular shaper water feature, with many smaller fountains.
Wooden built in seating with teal cushions facing a large window overlooking a fountain.
The view of a triangular water feature form the second floor Many small fountains sit inside a large pool, surrounded by windows. The small fountains are lit up blue.
A modern building with a brick and glass facade.
A modern building with a brick and glass facade and the word “CODE” above the entrance, surrounded by a cloudy sky.
The view of a triangular water feature form the second floor Many small fountains sit inside a large pool, surrounded by windows.
A grey brick building with a geomatic facade. Sign on the building says ' CODE"
Modern lobby area with a mix of concrete walls, wooden paneling, and glass windows. The space includes a seating area with sofas and chairs, a desk with a person working on a laptop, and a reception desk.
A modern multi-story building with a geometric facade, surrounded by garden with wooden pathways and purple flowers under a cloudy sky.
A modern building with a brick and glass facade and the word “CODE” above the entrance, surrounded by a cloudy sky.
An aerial view of a brick office building with tiered levels and rooftop gardens.
A modern building with a brick and glass facade. In front of the building is a patio with tiered seating, chairs and trees.

A modern multi-story building with a geometric facade, surrounded by garden with wooden pathways and purple flowers under a cloudy sky.

Sustainability  

The CODE building stands as a testament to sustainable innovation, seamlessly blending eco-conscious design with efficiency and user well-being. 

CODE achieved LEED v4 Platinum for Core and Shell. LEED Platinum is the highest level of certification awarded by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, signifying an exceptional commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible building practices, which is crucial for minimizing environmental impact and promoting long-term ecological balance. 

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