Rendering courtesy of Shalom Baranes Architects

Wed. morning there was a ceremony announcing the launch of this new project. Was it worth getting completely soaked? No, but I am excited about the project. I think it’s going to inject a lot of life into this section of 14th St.

So, what do you think of the rendering? Think it’s a good fit for the 14th Street corridor?

Details from a press release:

The JBG Companies and Grosvenor announce plans for a premier mixed-use residential and retail development.

Located in the heart of Logan Circle, the new glass, metal and terracotta structure will incorporate the historic building that once housed the Whitman-Walker Clinic. It will span the entire block of 14th Street NW between S and Swann streets NW. Construction on the project is expected to be completed in the Spring of 2012.

The development was designed by Shalom Baranes Architects, one of the area’s most prolific designers, known for its innovative style and extensive historic preservation experience. When completed, the building will be seven stories and will offer 125 sleek condominium residences. The renowned Toronto-based interior design firm, Cecconi Simone Inc., selected all of the building’s interior finishes and designed the unit layouts and all common area spaces, including a lobby lounge, fitness center and extensive rooftop terrace. Building features include a glass and terracotta façade with balconies and private unit terraces. An elaborate rooftop terrace amenity area will feature outdoor living rooms, an outdoor kitchen and bar, a fire pit, water feature and a sundeck. The first floor will have 18,000 square feet of retail space.

The future District Condos, view from S St, NW

Current view on 14th St, NW

Keren Restaurant located at 1780 Florida Ave, NW was the scene of the terrible DUI car crash that killed SAIS student Julia Bachleitner on Sept. 8th.

I’m not sure if you can tell from this photo but the sculpture is actually really large. I’ve seen a number of them around town (a style of budda?) but the word carving behind it was pretty unique.

This is one of the better non house number ones I’ve seen.

This Capitol Hill house has great details:

And some serious hedges:

From an email:

“Invalid,” Genki Media LLC has teamed up with The Picnic Theatre Company once again for “An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe.” The company will produce three short 15-minute plays adapted by Robert Mason. The plays will be performed at one of Washington D.C.’s most beautiful (and, on this night, spooky) historic homes, The Dumbarton House in Georgetown. Tickets for the each of the three nights (Oct, 27, 28 and 29) are $10. Wine and food from Napoleons and Cafe Bonaparte will be available on site. Proceeds from the performance will benefit Clowns Without Borders and Dumbarton House.org.

When: October 27, 28 and 29
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Bar opens
7:30 p.m – 8.30 p.m. – Performance
Location: Dumbarton House, 2715 Q street NW (just after Dumbarton bridge in Georgetown -15 minute
walk from Dupont Circle metro)
Dress Code: Gothic fancy dress optional (but encouraged).

Ticketing: Purchase tickets at http://aneveningwithpoe.eventbrite.com
General Admission $10.00
Wine and Crepes available for purchase on site

Tickets include access to the Halloween after-party at Napoleon’s on Oct 29th.”

Labyrinth will be coming to 645 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. Their Web site says:

“Labyrinth Games & Puzzles is a family-friendly, community-focused store featuring a wide selection of non-electronic, specialty games, puzzles, and mazes for purchase, rent or play in the store. With activities and products geared toward all ages from 1 to 100, Labyrinth offers something for everyone. Many of our products are sourced from small, U.S. artisans or fair trade importers. We encourage you to visit, talk to our knowledgeable staff and most importantly have fun playing!”

It’s wild to hear about a new store like this in the age of computers and video games. Looking forward to seeing what their goods.

A new building is going up on what was a vacant lot at 1503 11th St, NW. Looks pretty promising. Probably too early for a proper judging but I’ll be sure to repost when it’s all finished. At the moment it looks like it’ll fit in nicely.

If you have any fun or interesting animal/pet photos or news please shoot me an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say what neighborhood you’re from or upload to the PoPville flickr pool. I can’t guarantee I’ll get them all posted but I’ll do my best.  I’m aware not everyone loves pets.  But they bring me (and others) a lot of pleasure.  It’s cool, hold tight, a new post is coming in a half hour, you can make it!

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC

Zoey from Dupont Circle

Found puppy in Columbia Heights after the jump. (more…)

This rental is located at 1673 Columbia Rd, NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“*Large units in the heart of Adams Morgan
*Walk to shopping and dining
*On-site laundry facilities
*Elevator building”

Anyone familiar with The Calverton building? (The title says 1 bedroom but the text says efficiency so I’m thinking this is likely an efficiency.) Does $1205 plus utilities sound reasonable?

Photo by PoPville flickr user ewilfong

From a WMATA press release:

Following this morning’s arrest of Farooque Ahmed for attempting to assist others in planning to conduct terrorist activities against the Metrorail system, we want to assure our riders and employees that at no time was the public in danger during this investigation. The FBI was aware of Mr. Ahmed’s activities from before the alleged attempt began and closely monitored him until his arrest.

We thank our law enforcement partners with whom we work with closely and on an ongoing basis. And we especially want to commend the FBI, Department of Justice, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Department of Homeland Security for their support on this arrest. The Department of Justice’s news release is posted here.

This arrest reinforces the need for continued vigilance by Metro and its customers.

Continues after the jump. (more…)

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“Dear PoP,

Your post on window replacement companies prompts me want to make another recommendation request — radiator repair. We just bought a house on NH Ave, and we have a few radiators that are leaking and rusty around the valves – there’s no perceptible leak but clearly water has dripped out at some point and corroded the pipes pretty badly. They need to be fixed before they cause further water damage. I think this is a common problem in these radiators, so I thought there might be others who have had this repaired. Curious as to what this costs and who the best folks are to do it.”

Any recs for radiator repair? Would it just be a good plumber? If so, please your plumber recs as well.

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“Dear PoP,

Since we opened our store we’ve noticed that our customers enjoy their wine more when they know something about where and whom it comes from – the walls in our store are covered with maps and photographs of producers, each of whom we know personally. To make it easier to share these stories, maps, and tasting notes, we’ve created a Videos Section on our website, where we’re posting video profiles of wines.

We’ve also created linked QR codes and placed them on the shelves in the store next to the wine. Customers with a smartphone can download the free “QR Scanner” app, then scan and watch the video in store.

We’re really excited to be able to connect our customers with their wine and its winemaker, even from the comfort of home.

We’re having a tasting of some older Burgundies this weekend.”

Ansonia Wines is located at 1828 18th St, NW.

This house is located at 930 Hughes Mews Ct, NW:

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The flier says:

“Walk to METRO/Gtown/Dntn/West End. LUMINOUS! Dramatic CA-style contemporary–UNIQUE–the only detached home in Foggy Bottom w rare roof deck! Designed by owner architect, this 3 BR, 3.5BA is made with top of the line materials, inside and out. Weru windows, Scavolini cabs, luxurious master bath with fp, soaking tub, dramatic shower, skylights! Master BR sitting room, library nook on top floor!”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

I knew when I read, “Designed by owner architect” that this was going to be an interesting one. What’s your favorite/least favorite part? The 3 bed/3.5 bath is yours for $1,795,000.