Our Mission
To provide effective and efficient integrated services to design, construct, revitalize and preserve high quality and culturally significant facilities in support of the Smithsonian's mission.
Our Reach
The Office of Planning, Design, and Construction (OPDC) is responsible for all aspects of the revitalization and construction of Smithsonian’s 21 museums, nine research centers, and the National Zoological Park. OPDC oversees and executes a wide variety of services every year across eight states, Washington, D.C., and Panama.