Architect of the Capitol | United States Capitol | Stewards of the iconic buildings and grounds of Capitol Hill since 1793.

War Garden at the Library of Congress

This new Capitol Hill garden is as it would have been during World War I in 1917.

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Renewing the Cannon Building

The oldest House office building (dating back to 1908) is being modernized.

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Preserving Stone & Metal

Stone preservation is a top priority with repair and restoration projects taking place across the campus.

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Bill Burns, an Architect of the Capitol Woodcrafter Supervisor in the Planning and Project Management's Construction Division.

Bill Burns, an Architect of the Capitol Woodcrafter Supervisor in the Planning and Project Management's Construction Division.

A Series of Compassionate Events

August 16, 2017 | by Justin Kieffer

The deburring tool used to remove sharp edges from sheet metal.

The deburring tool used to remove sharp edges from sheet metal.

Two Thumbs Up for Taking the Edge Off

August 09, 2017 | by Franklin Bradley

The bronze Amateis Doors are on display in the House Wing of the U.S. Capitol, across from the Bulfinch stairway near the Memorial Door entrance.

The bronze Amateis Doors are on display in the House Wing of the U.S. Capitol, across from the Bulfinch stairway near the Memorial Door entrance.

The Doors to Nowhere

August 02, 2017 | by Erin Nelson

Group photo of the Architect of the Capitol high-voltage electricians on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.

Group photo of the Architect of the Capitol high-voltage electricians on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.

High-Voltage Team Powers the Powerful

July 26, 2017 | by Franklin Bradley