Preserving the Past, Enabling the Present and Preparing for the Future

Stephen T. Ayers, Acting Architect of the Capitol, introduces the mission of the Office of the Architect and how a proud and dedicated workforce serves the Nation everyday.

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Stephen T. Ayers, AIA, LEED AP

On February 4, 2007, Stephen T. Ayers, AIA, AOC’s Deputy Architect/Chief Operating Officer, in accordance with P.L. 108-7, began serving as Acting Architect of the Capitol. +Read More

The Office of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is responsible to the United States Congress for the maintenance, operation, development, and preservation of 16.5 million square feet of buildings and more than 450 acres of land throughout the Capitol complex.  This includes the House and Senate office buildings, the Capitol, Capitol Visitor Center, the Library of Congress buildings, the Supreme Court building, the U.S. Botanic Garden, the Capitol Power Plant, and other facilities.  The AOC also provides professional expertise with regard to the preservation of architectural and artistic elements entrusted to its care, and provides recommendations concerning design, construction, and maintenance of the facilities and grounds. +Read More