There is a charming 1920s Chinese building in DC that always seems to draw my attention at L and 11th street.
Formerly the
Chinese Community Church building, it now lies vacant and is ripe for development, don't you think? I wonder what the interior is like...
I love the turquoise and red color scheme and the iron light fixtures. And who can't help but notice the clay tile roof and brackets!
The
patina on the facade is charming, but I know people in the neighborhood think this wear is just a sign of neglect. I just worry that a developer will get ahold of the building and take away every last ounce of originality and charm!
There is a charming 1920s Chinese building in DC that always seems to draw my attention at L and 11th street.
Formerly the Chinese Community Church building, it now lies vacant and is ripe for development, don't you think? I wonder what the interior is like...
I love the turquoise and red color scheme and the iron light fixtures. And who can't help but notice the clay tile roof and brackets! 
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I second that emotion! Just look at that building's soul just crying out for a restoration project! The original personality must be maintained.
I love that you worry about these buildings and the charm staying intact. I love the patina and the detail and of course that you like it too.
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Oh, that's wonderful...sort of art moderne Chinese, with red brick to give it context in the neighborhood (back from the days that people did things like make their buildings fit in)
DED - sadly much of this neighborhood has already been lost due to the decline of the neighborhood after the 60s riots. Even more sad though is things are still being lost as it becomes a 'trendy' area. Developers tear down everything with character in sight!
crying for a restoration...
The first thought I had was I wonder what it is like inside!! Then your comment Stefan!
This is when it would be really great to be a millionaire...I'd be rescuing that building for sure. I hate to see these gems deteriorating. Who knows....maybe I'll win the lottery.
Good one combine with Chinese art. I am chinese glad to see that
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