U Street

Rendering for the Corner of 14th and Florida Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


Rendering courtesy of R2L:Architects

From a R2L:Architects press release:

“Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1B approved the recommendation of its Design Review Committee on November 4, 2010 to support the design concept of a proposed new development at 2221 14th Street, NW. The six-story, 30-unit apartment house with ground floor retail and one level underground parking garage will be located on the southeast corner of 14th Street, NW and Florida Avenue, NW. The owner is Douglas Development, and the architect is R2L:Architects, both of the District.

The concept design features a contemporary palette of glass, metal, brick and terra cotta panels. Angular projecting bay windows will provide views from the apartments down both the 14th Street and Florida Avenue corridors. On the ground floor, large glass shop windows could accommodate a café, restaurant or other retail establishment. The project is located within the Greater U Street Historic District, and will seek concept approval from the Historic Preservation Review Board later this month.”

Here’s what the corner looks like now:

A couple more renderings after the jump. (more…)

Bike Lane Reconfigured on 15th St, NW – Divided into Two Ways

By Prince Of Petworth

I noticed the new bike lane around 15th and R St, NW. Work was still going on north of U St, NW:

Additional they added a buffer zone by the parked cars so you are less likely to get “doored”:

I assume they’ll add some sort of directional so people know which lane to ride in. You guys like the new set up?

Here’s the old style:

Wild Street Art in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

We’ve seen this artist before in the Mt. Vernon Square area but this new piece on 9th St, NW in Shaw is pretty wild (not far from the 9:30 club). Do you like it?

Judging Buildings – “Custom built new home” in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

We first had our eye on this project back in June. I happened to walk by it last weekend and was planning to show the shots but I’m happy to also have the listing info (thanks to a reader for sending).

You can find the listing info here and photos of the inside here. It’s yours for $1,285,000.

After the jump you can see what it looked like in June. (more…)

Ethiopian Restaurant Hosting a Hootenanny Sat. Night

By Prince Of Petworth

Is it just me, or is this freaking awesome? An Ethiopian restaurant hosting a Hootenanny? Too good.

From a press release:

The Human County Jukebox, Washington D.C.’s premiere country and western band, will be performing at Axum Ethiopian Restaurant’s Level X-Lounge, 1934 9th Street, NW, on Saturday, November 6th. Doors open at 7PM, with drink specials running all night, including $4 beers and half-priced appetizers.

The Human Country Jukebox is a D.C. based, “classic” country band, playing hits by artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Wills, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash. Front man Jack “Big Texas” Gregori runs the Wednesday open mic night at Madams Organ, where he met the other members of the band. Local musician Clayton Halsey will open Saturday night’s show. Saturday is a unique opportunity to enjoy the perfect combination of great country music and delicious Ethiopian food.

Axum Ethiopian Restaurant’s Level X-Lounge is located at 1934 9th Street, NW, near the U Street Metro station. The newly renovated Level X-Lounge features lounge and bar seating, as well as an Ethiopian fusion menu with American favorites such as chicken wings, burgers, and salad. There is a $5 cover charge to attend the Saturday’s event.

Bank of Georgetown Branch Coming to U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Well, it’s not the most exciting development but I also like to note when storefronts get a new tenant. The former sales offices in the Ellington Building that has been papered over for a while (on U St, NW between 13th and 14th) is going to become a Bank of Georgetown branch. The space is located between a Bank of America and U Scream Ice Cream and Crepes.

Update on Old Church at 10th and V St, NW – ‘Shame on Sorg’

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

I snapped this ad hoc typographic addition to SORG’s sign in front of the historic church at 10th and V Streets, NW, that they have been deliberately allowing to fall unto irreparable ruin for years. It pretty much sums up the sentiment everyone in this neighborhood feels toward this disrespectful, terrible neighbor: SOS: Shame on SORG! Couldn’t agree more.”

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – U St./Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1836 11th St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Conveniently located in U street corridor & downtown DC.Modern design second floor apt. Enjoy U Street nightlife , restaurants, & shopping. Unit includes one off street Parking and Shared Patio, Luxury features:
Two Bedrooms – Two Full Ceramic Tiled Baths
Gas vented Fireplace/ Marble Mantel
Granite counter tops – frosted backslash.
Crown molding through out- Hardwood floors.
Stainless Kitchen Aide Appliances.
Custom cabinets.
Security / intercom systems and lots of Storage.
One year lease available 1 December.”

Do you think this is the whole house? Does $2825 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2 bath?

Dear PoP – Is DC9 going to be closed indefinitely?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Their web site just has info about donating to the legal defense fund for the staff involved in the beating.”

There was a meeting today saying that their liquor license will continue to be suspended for at least another 30 days. TBD writes:

“The co-owner of the DC9 nightclub has resigned from his role operating the bar and music venue, and four other employees have been let go, members of the District of Columbia’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Board learned Monday.”

The sticker on the front door at 1940 9th St, NW still says the license has been suspended indefinitely.

Everyone is still waiting to see what the medical examiner’s report concludes. But since all the parties involved have resigned or been let go – when do you think the club will be allowed to re-open?

Gori Cafe Becoming V Street Cafe

By Prince Of Petworth

I just noticed the new awning 1113 V Street, NW. This is the space that used to be Gori Cafe and had a phenomenal happy hour. I spoke to a neighbor who said that there will be new owners at the V Street Cafe and that the inside is getting renovated. I’ll be sure to post when they re-open which is expected in 2-3 weeks.

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