Kennedy-Warren Apartment Building, Art Deco apartment building in Northwest, Washington, D.C.
The Kennedy-Warren is an Art Deco apartment building on Connecticut Avenue in Northwest Washington, D.C., situated between the Cleveland Park and Woodley Park neighborhoods. It is built from brick, concrete, and limestone, with copper details that stand out across its facade.
Construction of the Kennedy-Warren started in 1931, but the economic crisis of the Great Depression forced changes to the original plans, and parts of the building were scaled back. The north wing that had been part of the first design was not completed until decades later.
The Kennedy-Warren displays stonework on its exterior that draws on Mexican decorative motifs, which are easy to spot from the sidewalk. Inside the common areas, original mahogany windows and wood floors have been kept, giving the corridors a warm, finished look.
The building is easy to spot from the sidewalk along Connecticut Avenue, and stepping back gives a good view of the full facade. The nearest Metro station is within walking distance, making the area easy to reach without a car.
The Kennedy-Warren was among the first residential buildings in Washington to use an early cooling system that drew fresh air from nearby green spaces, well before air conditioning became common. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which gives it a level of protection despite being a functioning apartment building.
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