United States Dedicates New U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia
Media Note
Office of the Spokesperson
Washington, DC
July 1, 2013
In an important symbol of America’s commitment to an enduring friendship with the Republic of Serbia, U.S. Ambassador to
the Republic of Serbia, Michael D. Kirby, dedicated the new U.S. Embassy in Belgrade today.
Occupying a 10-acre site adjacent to the Beli Dvor, the $149 million multi-building complex provides a secure,
state-of-the-art, environmentally-sustainable workplace for over 350 embassy personnel.
Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects, LLP was the concept design architect and The Louis Berger Group of Washington, D.C. was
the architect of record. The project was constructed by Framaco International of Rye Brook, New York.
The new facility incorporates numerous sustainable features to reduce operating costs and conserve resources, most
notably a storm water detention pond; solar hot water technology; low-flow plumbing fixtures; and the careful selection
of plantings to reduce the amount of irrigation needed. The facility has been registered with the U.S. Green Building
Council for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) certification.
Since 1999, as part of the Department’s Capital Security Construction Program, OBO has completed 103 new diplomatic
facilities and has an additional 39 projects in design or under construction.
OBO’s mission is to provide safe, secure, and functional facilities that represent the U.S. government to the host
nation and support our staff in the achievement of U.S. foreign policy objectives. These facilities should represent
American values and the best in American architecture, engineering, technology, sustainability, art, culture, and
construction execution.
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