Sedgwick Gardens, Art Deco apartment building in Cleveland Park, Washington, D.C.
Description
Sedgwick Gardens is a brick residential building at 3726 Connecticut Avenue distinguished by white brick bands, triangular panels, and wrought iron railings across its facade. The building houses studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with hardwood floors, updated kitchens, and a 24-hour fitness center.
History
Architect Mihran Mesrobian designed this residential structure in 1931 for developer Max Gorin and the Southern Construction Company. The project was completed with significant financial investment that reflected the building's ambitious scale and architectural quality.
Culture
The entrance displays high relief female figures and bas-relief male sculptures that reflect typical Art Deco design vocabulary. These decorative elements give the building an artistic character that distinguishes it from other residential structures of its era.
Practical
The building is easily accessible from Connecticut Avenue with good pedestrian access to the location. Public areas and the entrance lobby can be viewed during business hours, allowing visitors to appreciate the architectural details and interior design.
Did you know?
The interior lobby features Moorish-inspired vaulted ceilings, columns, and a six-sided skylight that display ornamental details from a different design tradition. A restored fountain surrounded by limestone and marble finishes creates a quiet contrast to the exterior facade.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Washington, D.C.).
Washington National Cathedral
1.3 km
Sidwell Friends School
1.2 km
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
889 m
Darth Vader Grotesque
1.3 km
Northwest
815 m
Twin Oaks
856 m
Adas Israel Congregation
376 m
Twelve Monograms
889 mWoodley Mansion
1.2 km
Pierce-Klingle Mansion
947 m
Kennedy-Warren Apartment Building
941 m
Intelsat headquarters
443 m
Peirce Mill
760 m
William L. Slayton House
611 m
Tregaron Estate
817 m
Rosedale
760 m
Klingle Valley Bridge
839 m
Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library
645 m
Pierce Springhouse and Barn
760 m
Ponce de Leon Apartment Building
1.2 km
Cloverdale
577 m
Building at 3901 Connecticut Ave., NW
115 m
Peirce Still House
717 m
Springland
822 m
Panda Overlook
1.2 km
Morris House
651 m
Soapstone Valley Park
802 m
Klingle Road Bridge
1.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes