Little more than a shopping center 20 years ago, Tysons has rocketed to the top of the corporate world, becoming one of the premier office locations in the D.C. area, and home to some of Virginia's tallest buildings. But as development continues at a rapid pace, Tysons faces questions about how it will adapt to a culture that may have moved beyond the suburban office park and even beyond the car. How much do you know about construction, leasing and development in Tysons? Find out with our quiz!
1
Fairfax County has approved a 600-foot office tower as part of the View at Tysons. What will the building be named?
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As the newly minted tallest tower in Virginia, the Iconic Tower should live up to its name. However, the top 200 feet of the building will be uninhabited, simply functioning as "design height."
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As the newly minted tallest tower in Virginia, the Iconic Tower should live up to its name. However, the top 200 feet of the building will be uninhabited, simply functioning as "design height."
2
When did Fairfax County pass its 40-year comprehensive plan to overhaul Tysons?
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The 40-year plan has provided much of the impetus and the speedy permitting required to turn Tysons from a shopping center to a corporate office hub.
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The 40-year plan has provided much of the impetus and the speedy permitting required to turn Tysons from a shopping center to a corporate office hub.
3
Before unveiling its full plans for The Mile, PS Business Parks put the finishing touch on what first building?
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The 10-building project, which will have a heavy emphasis on residential, is indicative of a larger transition away from office in Tysons.
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The 10-building project, which will have a heavy emphasis on residential, is indicative of a larger transition away from office in Tysons.
4
Which of these dining concepts will NOT have a place at ShipGarten?
Mediterranean fast-casual
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The four shipping containers that will make up ShipGarten at Scott's Run will feature flavors from around the world, but not gourmet burgers. However, there will be a barbecue joint.
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The four shipping containers that will make up ShipGarten at Scott's Run will feature flavors from around the world, but not gourmet burgers. However, there will be a barbecue joint.
5
What company is the anchor tenant for Boro Tower, taking up seven floors?
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KPMG signed a 168K SF lease at Boro Tower, which was built almost entirely on spec, giving confidence to many other office developers in the area.
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KPMG signed a 168K SF lease at Boro Tower, which was built almost entirely on spec, giving confidence to many other office developers in the area.
6
Which of these Metro stations is not in Tysons?
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Tysons is home to four stations on the Metro's Silver Line, which opened in 2014. A concerted planning effort before and after the opening of the stations has overhauled Tysons completely.
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Tysons is home to four stations on the Metro's Silver Line, which opened in 2014. A concerted planning effort before and after the opening of the stations has overhauled Tysons completely.
7
Which of these businesses dpes NOT have a location at The Boro in Tysons?
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The work to make an entirely new neighborhood is underway at the Boro, which features dozens of businesses around the Greensboro Metro station.
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The work to make an entirely new neighborhood is underway at the Boro, which features dozens of businesses around the Greensboro Metro station.
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How did Foulger-Pratt Chairman Bryant Foulger describe building an office on spec in Tysons?
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Leasing interest has remained strong throughout 2018 and 2019 in Tysons, but building an office tower without an anchor tenant on board is still a difficult prospect.
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Leasing interest has remained strong throughout 2018 and 2019 in Tysons, but building an office tower without an anchor tenant on board is still a difficult prospect.
