Volume 28 of Tholos Magazine Now Available

Highlights include articles focused on a project at the Summerhouse, sustainability at the U.S. Botanic Garden, HVAC work in the House office buildings and a spotlight on preservation.

May 23, 2024

The latest edition of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employee magazine, Tholos, is now available. Articles are listed below.

PROJECT UPDATE: A House for All Seasons
SUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT: Employees Advance Green Impacts Through Uniform Recycling
FEATURE: Ducts in a Row
EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHT: Leading by Example
PRESERVATION SPOTLIGHT: Meet the Historic Preservation Officer

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