Comments on: An Update On Gallery Square (7th and H St NW)

By: Len

Len — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:43:24 +0000

While this building sits there as an eyesore and a blight on this vibrant neighborhood – I’m wondering why can’t the downtownDC BID sponsor the use of the vacant CVS window spaces for display artwork from local art galleries? At least the building could look somewhat presentable with art work displayed in the windows and lit up at night. It’s very embarassing to see such a blight at a major high profile intersection in the heart of one of the busiest areas of the city. I’ve seen tourists looking at the site in awe and can only imagine what they must be thinking. DowntownDC BID – give this space to local artists until the project starts moving!!

By: Anon

Anon — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:37:38 +0000

What a disappointment. The old CVS would be preferable to this unsafe, unappealing eyesore.

By: Johnson

Johnson — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:58:40 +0000

Is the building at up-right corner of the photo Chinese Gate?

By: pqresident

pqresident — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:52:17 +0000

J. Pauls restaurant will be a nice addition should it materialize. I liked that part of the retail mix.

By: LS

LS — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:32:20 +0000

Just to clarify – I was talking about 7th and H…

By: LS

LS — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:30:35 +0000

I personally think that location would be perfect for a 24 hour diner on the ground level (and maybe the second floor). Heck, if I had the capital, I’d do it! It’s sure to be a moneymaker, even if it didn’t sell alcohol.

By: anon

anon — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:13:51 +0000

googled 711 D ST NW (the Union Hardware site) –not much but a Hist Board mtg in October with no details.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:11:02 +0000

A 9 story retail building? Not sure how I feel about that. Obviously better than the rats nest that it currently is but would prefer more condo/apts and some more dining/bar choices.

By: MB

MB — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:34:00 +0000

Does anyone know what’s going up at the Union Hardware site on D?

By: Douglas Van Sant

Douglas Van Sant — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:00:47 +0000

I don’t understand how a property like this with such a key location could possibly be in limbo for so long. I’m no real estate expert, but this property is a gold mine for retailers…right?

Wasn’t there talk of turning it into a boutique hotel?