Netflix is making a major investment in downtown Washington, D.C. after finalizing a lease for a new office and entertainment-focused space inside the historic Woodies Building on F Street NW.
The project will go far beyond a traditional corporate office.
Plans call for private screening rooms, event and reception areas, office space, and venues capable of hosting premieres, community events, and industry gatherings.
The move is being viewed as a significant win for downtown D.C., which continues to recover from pandemic-era vacancies and the decline of traditional retail along several major corridors.
With Netflix bringing one of the world’s most recognizable entertainment brands to the city center, local leaders and developers hope the project will generate new foot traffic and help attract additional tenants to the area.
Why is Netflix leasing space in DC?
Netflix’s new location is designed to serve multiple purposes, combining office operations with entertainment and event programming.
Plans for the approximately 14,000-square-foot space include offices, screening rooms, coworking areas, reception space, and facilities for premieres and special events.
According to project filings and reports, the company also intends to create a venue capable of hosting private screenings and industry events while maintaining a visible presence in the nation’s capital.
The space is expected to support Netflix’s growing engagement with policymakers, cultural organizations, and the broader creative community.
Netflix has additionally indicated that the screening venue could be made available to local schools and community organizations several times each year, giving the project a public-facing component beyond its corporate use.
Where will Netflix’s new DC space be located?
The new Netflix hub will be located inside the historic Woodies Building at 1025 F Street NW, one of downtown Washington’s most recognizable commercial properties.
The building was formerly home to the legendary Woodward & Lothrop department store and sits just blocks from major attractions, Metro stations, and entertainment venues.
Netflix is taking over space previously occupied by retail tenants, including a former H&M location, as part of a broader transformation of the corridor from traditional retail to a mix of office, entertainment, and experiential uses.
Renderings and planning documents show a highly visible street-level presence with screening areas, event space, offices, and branded entrances, designed to strengthen the company’s connection to the surrounding neighborhood.
The location places Netflix near several major cultural institutions and within one of the city’s most active redevelopment zones.
When is it expected to open?
Netflix finalized the lease in June 2026, but an official opening date has not yet been announced.
Before the space can welcome employees and host events, the company must complete interior construction and obtain any required approvals for the historic property.
For now, the lease itself represents one of downtown D.C.’s highest-profile commercial commitments of the year, with more details on construction and opening timelines expected in the coming months.
