Sherman and Lamont Street, NW. Photo by Morgan
Here’s a discussion we had on the construction last summer. Final thoughts?
Architecture
‘Flipper gray’ emerged circa 2012-2013, prior to that was known as ‘Flipper yellow’
“Dear PoPville,
I’m a new DC resident and love, love, love my new neighborhood (16th St heights) and especially love the townhouse architecture (I’m from Oregon where row houses absolutely do not exist). But since I have moved here I have seen not one, not two, but THREE houses flipped, gutted, painted some variation of grey with black trim windows, black modern railing, and the SAME MODERN LIGHT FIXTURE in the “open concept” kitchen in a block radius from our house. They just started work on a fourth around the corner. What is this all about?? (more…)
via Bright MLS
Thanks to Grant for sending the listing for 5500 Broad Branch Road NW:
“Designed and built in 1975 by the owner architect Pierre Paul Childs , Architectural Digest proclaimed, ~He has created a graceful tower, poised among tall trees on the narrow corner site.~ The Washington Star called the house, ~~a fine example of the melding of form and function.~ Childs himself stated, ~I combined strong discipline with a bit of whimsy.~” (more…)
Thanks to Jay, who shall we say is less than enthusiastic, for sending from the 3400 block of Sherman Ave, NW. (more…)
Thanks to William for sending this beauty listing from Zillow:
“Renovated treasure by a Frank Lloyd Wright devotee in the picturesque Village of Drummond. Superb location on one of Chevy Chase’s coveted streets with high ceilings, unique architectural details, windows abound, and exquisite views surrounded by lush landscaping, colorful flowering gardens, two patios, and great entertaining space.”
Check out all the photos here. It’s listed at $1,500,000.
15th and Girard Street, NW
Bryan writes: “One of these pop ups looks great. The other? Yikes”
True or False?
DDOT tweeted some cool photos yesterday:
“It was a busy weekend at The New Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge project site as we hit a HUGE milestone!!” (more…)
T and Florida Ave, NW
Quite the transformation from back in 2015. Like the way it turned out?
Check out some more shots: (more…)
Thanks to John for sending: ” A few months ago I noticed, after 15 years in the hood, Greek letters on the top of this gorgeous building. My Greek former high school football coach was nice enough to translate from the photos I took this evening.
John, the first part is someone’s name: (more…)
Thanks to Allison for sending from Columbia Heights. We’ve posted this fantastic finial a few years ago. Glad it’s still bringing joy to folks who look up.