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This time, it's the west side of the 1200 block of Tenth Street. And, no, the editor did not consider "West Side Story" as a title, as that would be too precious. And, yes, he thus will never write for the WaPo Style section.

From some pictures Jim Loucks and Brad Smith took back in the mid-1980's.


The red townhouse is Brad and Jim's. It will appear here a good bit.

And some of the original renovators, including Larry Peterson from across the street.
And another

of Jim Loucks in 1252. Jim is not just a renovator. Over the years, he has been a consistent voice of reason on preservation matters and a strong liaison with the District and the various authorities for the interests this community. A good portion of the character of this part of the world has been influenced by Jim.

One more, a bit farther south on the block:


With that last one in mind, look at it today

The curved glass is nice.

Those units to the right of Brad and Jim above are now this:

Another simple doorway renovation from the old days:


There are several more of the old and new photos in the album (touch "photos" at the top of this page).