We previously judged neighborhood banners back in March 2009. I think the NoMa ones came out pretty well. Do you like the way they turned out?
NoMa (Near Northeast)
The future home of NPR at 1111 North Capitol St, NE (at L Street) is really starting to take shape.
Now that’s a pop up:
From a press release:
In short, the Public Realm Vision Plan focuses on the four following sites:
The Plaza: A public gathering space at First and L Streets, NE
The Tracks: A recreation and train-watching venue between the railroad tracks and Second Street, NE at K Street, NE
A casual neighborhood park at Florida Avenue and N Street, NE
The Gateway: To enliven and add color to the intersection of New York and Florida Avenues and First Street, NE, the plan envisions large, colorful obelisk-type structures greeting residents and visitors on their way to and from NoMa and Washington, D.C.
Legislation has been introduced by Councilmember Wellsin the DC Council that would provide the needed funds.
Dear PoPville,
A new urgent care center, Metro Immediate Care just opened in the NE! I live in Capitol Hill and it’s about time there’s a health care facility in the neighborhood. A friend of mine recently visited Metro Immediate Care and has been raving about it. They are located on 220 L St. NE.
Looks great!
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So many new spots coming to Union Station. This Jamba Juice is coming to the space next to the also coming soon (but it really looks close to opening now) Einstein Bros. Bagels on the first floor towards the eastern end. Jamba Juice’s Facebook page says:
“Smoothies, smoothies and more smoothies. Fresh-squeezed juices. Yogurt and fruit blends. Wheat grass shots. Slow-cooked, steel-cut oatmeal made with 100% organic oats. Healthy baked goods. Immortality. Wait – we don’t actually offer immortality per se, but we can make your feel pretty freaking healthy.”
A few weeks ago a reader wrote in about the Roti coming to Union Station. It will be on the west side of the main floor across from Potbelly. Passing through this past weekend I also saw the retail space where the Yo Sushi will be coming. It’ll be right next to the Roti on the main floor closest to the western entrance in the former comic book store space. Like Roti, Yo Sushi will also take two retail spaces. You can see their menu here.
This pop up is located at 905 2nd St, NE:
The listing says:
“Just completed, never occupied turn-key investment. Each of the 3 2bed/2bath units are desirable. Unit 3 has private roof deck with great views of the capitol. Check rents at senate square and you will find the numbers work great. Watch the trains arrive as rent rolls in. A sophisticated play for owner occupant as well.”
You can see some photos here.
What do you think of the pop up? It’s yours for $1,600,000.
From a NoMa press release:
West Wing Café has leased the retail space in 1100 First Street, NE and plans a spring opening; the restaurant will have weekend and evening hours, and create an evening lounge serving wine, beer and sake.
West Wing Café will offer sushi, panini and high-end deli fare during the day, then transition into an evening lounge. “They want to create the sort of ambiance that will attract residents to come and linger,” Boehm said. West Wing Café will be open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; they leased the entire retail space of 4,400 SF.