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There is a charming 1920s Chinese building in DC that always seems to draw my attention at L and 11th street.
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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...
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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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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!
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