Weyerhaeuser Corporate Headquarters Built in 1971, the complex sits in an idyllic setting overlooking a lake, a meadow and surrounded by woodlands. 50 years later, the Weyerhaeuser Corporate Campus in Federal Way WA is still considered one of the most influential examples of green architecture in the United States. The building was a pioneer in open-office landscaping design and has won numerous awards for its architecture and integration into the surrounding environment and energy efficiency. Vacated since 2016, the structure is becoming a well maintained urban ruin. The building has an interesting history. Beginning in 1911, a 50-year growth and expansion period by the Weyerhaeuser Company necessitated building of a new headquarters in the mid 1960's. After spending 60 years in the downtown Tacoma Building, the Weyerhaeuser Company needed more room and a new operations center. In 1964, they commissioned Skidmore, Owings and Merrill to locate and design their new