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Beautiful Georgetown Neighborhood

January 20, 2014January 22, 2014by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

My favorite neighborhood lately is funky
Georgetown. It has the added distinction
of being the oldest neighborhood in Seattle.
With its own unique identity — one that’s
“industrial bohemian chic”, it’s one of the last
few remaining authentic neighborhoods in
Seattle. I love the grittiness, old rail yards,
bars with live music, coffeehouses, art galleries,
quirky culture, fun hangouts and restaurants
serving a diverse, hipster-leaning set.
Hidden amidst the sprawling warehouses
is an oasis of humanity.

Painted sign

9LB Hammer

All City Coffee; Best coffee in Georgetown

American Pie and Bakery Cafe, Deliciousness

Fantagraphics Books, Comics and Graphic Novels

Forsyth Hotel and Calamity Jane’s

Georgetown Records

Georgetown Music Store

Original Georgetown City Hall

The Firm, a collective of artists & craftsmen

Georgetown Trailer Park Mall Vintage Artisans

Eclectic, Googie Architecture, History, Humor, Parks, Public Spaces, Re-Purposed Objects, Renovation, Reuse, Sculpture, Unique Places

Beautiful Googie Architecture

January 20, 2014January 24, 2014by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

In 1953, Seattle artist Lewis Nasmyth was hired to “rustle up” a design
for a western-style gas station in Georgetown. Featuring a 44-ft. wide
cowboy hat and 22-ft. high boots, the Hat n’ Boots opened the next year
to a stampede of customers. In fact, for a time it was the biggest selling
station in the state. Legend has it even Elvis dropped by when he was in
town during the World’s Fair in ’62. But in the early 60’s, a new interstate
I-5 started diverting traffic away from the station. By the late 80’s it
pretty much looked like trail’s end for the Hat n’ Boots. That’s when some
Georgetown residents saddled up to rescue the soul of their community
established a permanent home for them in Oxbow Park.

Architecture, Historic Architecture, History, Old World, Renovation, Seattle

Beautiful Historic Brewery

January 20, 2014February 3, 2014by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

Seattle has a wonderful, convoluted history when it
comes to brewery companies and Georgetown was at
the epicenter. Some of these wonderful old building are
what’s left behind. Many have become artist’s studios
while others will become residential projects. Seattle’s
thriving beer scene today remains rooted in its 19th century
origins. Check out a great Brief History for an interesting read.