
16th and I Street, NW

Formerly Third Church of Christ:


Holy moses – if you haven’t been by Morton and Sherman Ave (and Park Road too) – the Morton Mews are rising fast:


14th and W St, NW
From a press release:
“Homebuyers in the Nation’s capital will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to “Own Fourteenth Street” as Urban Pace begins sales at Lumen, the first new condominium development on 14th Street in five years. Lumen’s 18 elegantly appointed residences, delivering in early 2016, will provide direct access to one of the city’s most vibrant entertainment and commercial hubs. One fortunate buyer will enjoy a full-floor penthouse with direct private elevator access, a 600 square foot private terrace, and expansive southern views. Prices will range from the $500,000s to over $1 million.

Penthouse rendering via Lumen
Located at 2200 14th Street, NW at the intersection of 14th and W Streets, NW, Lumen will offer six one-bedroom, 11 two-bedroom residences, and the spectacular 1,540 square foot penthouse. (more…)

@zoeica tweets us the scene above this morning:
“Not much left now of old school on 7th SE & Pennsylvania”
The Hine School project will rank high on the list of places we do double takes when it’s completed.
I also thought it was pretty surreal when I walked by on Saturday and saw the demo in the background of the temporary flea market:



From a press release:
“PN Hoffman, a developer of urban mixed-use properties and communities across the Washington Metropolitan Area and managing member of The Wharf, today “topped out” the structure of 525 Water, a condominium community and the first milestone for the Southwest Waterfront redevelopment.
Situated across from the iconic Arena Stage, 525 Water, a five-story, 105,000 square foot residential community, will have 108 condominium homes ranging from studios to three bedrooms, with homes starting at $400K. The building will feature Potomac River views, a residents’ clubroom and an interior courtyard. 525 Water will front a new 3.5-acre waterfront park. The building is set for delivery in Summer 2016. Pre-sales will begin in early Fall.

Thanks to a reader for sending:
“the corner @ west Va & FL Ave NE progressing nicely”
The Stealth’s website says:
“Welcome to The Stealth DC, a premier 4-unit boutique condominium building where space, style and luxury meet. Developed by JT Development and designed to provide the perfect blend of urban and modern living, each unit features 1500 square feet and many upscale finishes. Located at the corner of 9th Street and Florida Ave N.E., The Stealth DC is a few blocks from the “H Street Corridor” NoMA Metro, restaurants, bars, retailers and several landmarks including the U.S. Capitol and Union Station.
As a one-of-a-kind boutique condominium, The Stealth DC offers many features and amenities as well as low condo and maintenance fees that are more affordable than many comparably sized apartments in the DC area. We recognize that buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make and we are committed to providing you with exceptional attention to detail and elegant touches.”

Rendering via TheStealthdc.com

Photo via TheStealthdc.com

“Dear PoPville,
there’s a new permit sign in front of the historic buildings at 11th and K. Alludes to a ‘new 13 story hotel’ in the works. Does that mean these fine buildings are doomed?”
Ed. Note: I remember a raze notice was posted here back in 2012.


4300 block Georgia Ave, NW
I always do a double take when I pass this one. You will be missed old friend but I hope something good takes your place.

Thanks to a reader for sending:
“That was fast. This was the old red arced roof bicycle shop next to 455 I St.”
Updates as construction progresses on the new condos? apartments?

July 2010