Ruby Falls is getting ready to embark on a new adventure. The Lookout Mountain destination has broken ground on its new, sustainable headquarters.
The 14,500-sqft building is expected to be completed in August 2026. Inside, it will include office space, conference rooms, break rooms, a covered porch, and a fitness center.
The longstanding attraction will work with local firm HK Architects to craft a sustainable building honoring Ruby Falls’ 96-year legacy. It will feature a design that aims for LEED Silver certification, a status given to buildings for factors like energy efficiency, protecting natural habitats, water conservation, and the materials used in the building.
The headquarters will have a Mass Timber structure, which is a lower-carbon building method. This technique is new to the Chattanooga area, and this structure will be made with ethically + regionally sourced Cypress timber.
Hugh Morrow, CEO of Ruby Falls, stated, “The design of the new administration building reflects the heart of Ruby Falls — inspiring meaningful connections with nature while caring for the environment that surrounds us.”
The project aims to keep traffic impacts to a minimum, but short interruptions may be necessary for construction. This is only expected to impact an area from the base of Scenic Highway to the driveway at the Treetop Hideaways.
