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The Washington Commanders selected the Dallas-based firm HKS as the lead architect for the team’s new stadium.

HKS is among the most prominent architecture firms for designing sports and entertainment destinations. The firm’s NFL venues include SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, and AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The next phase of the project includes mapping out the concept and schematic design principles with HKS and hosting a series of community engagement meetings, in coordination with the District of Columbia, to receive feedback from local leaders and community members, with upcoming meetings scheduled for November and December. Vertical construction on the stadium is expected to commence in the spring of 2027, and the full completion is scheduled for 2030. The approximately 65,000-seat, roofed stadium will host more than 200 activations every year.

“Selecting HKS as the lead architect marks a major step forward in our journey to bring the Washington Commanders home to the District,” said Mark Clouse, president of the Washington Commanders. “HKS has a proven track record of delivering world-class stadiums that balance design, functionality and community impact. This partnership underscores our shared vision to create a stadium that enhances the fan experience, strengthens our connection with the community, and sets a new standard for the future of sports and entertainment—delivering an exceptional experience that will serve our team, our fans, and the District for decades to come.”

“HKS is thrilled to partner with the Commanders to design a new home that celebrates the pride and unmistakable energy of the nation’s capital,” said Mark A. Williams, HKS global venues director. “We’re reimagining what home-field advantage means by channeling the rhythm and the roar that made RFK so special and carrying that spirit forward in a bold new way. The site, set within the monumental fabric of Washington, D.C., is one of the most extraordinary in professional sports, and we are honored to help write the next chapter in its history.”