seattle – Page 2 – Beautiful Musings

Cafes, Coffee House, Culture, Eclectic, Georgetown Neighborhood, restaurants+dining, Seattle, Unique Places, Vintage design

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

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.

Beaches, Ferry Boats, Parks, Public Spaces, Seattle, Views

Beautiful Alki Beach

December 29, 2013by jjfdesigns1 Comment

Meandering Alki Beach enjoying the
last days of 2013. I still don’t know
the purpose of the mini Statue of Liberty
replica but I like.

Beautiful Places, Culture, Food & Culinary, Historic Architecture, Public Spaces, Seattle, Signs and Murals

Beautiful Farmers Market

December 12, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

I had the pleasure of attending
Pecha Kucha 49 in Seattle this week
at the Pike Place Market. Bitter cold
but a beautiful evening to catch the
holiday lights at the end of the day.
Usually I’m there when it’s extremely
busy but at night it elicits a quiet yet
spirited solitude.

Architecture, Design, Historic Architecture, Old world design, Photography, Queen Anne Hill neighborhood, Reuse

Beautiful Historic Architecture

December 6, 2013December 6, 2013by jjfdesigns1 Comment

Trolling around Queen Anne Hill this week
inspires me to share an example of beautiful reuse.
Old Queen Anne High School, designed by James Stephen
in 1899, is a Neo-classical building that sits high atop
Queen Anne Hill in Seattle. Originally noted for its
spacious corridors, ample exits, and abundant light
and fresh air it was considered “modern” when it
was constructed. Today is houses, in all its
Neo-classical glory, high-end condominiums.
An excellent example of the adaptive reuse of
historic buildings.

Boats, Color, Greenlake, Pattern, Seattle, Texture

Beautiful Boats

November 23, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

The boats at Greenlake, with their colorful, repetitive pattern
and texture, caught my gazing eye. Love the colors.

Architecture, Old World, Old world design, Pioneer Square, Seattle

Beautiful Stone

November 1, 2013November 1, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

There isn’t anything special about this building
located next to The HUB, but I really like and
appreciate the old world stone for its authenticity.

Art, Color, Eclectic, Flowers, Photography, surrealism

Beautiful Surreal Photography

October 30, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

Kindra Nikole, a Seattle-based photographer, takes inspiration
from fairy tales and fantasy to yield compelling images.
I especially like the solitude and mystery the convey.

Architecture, Art Deco, Design, History, Seattle

Beautiful Architecture

October 16, 2013October 16, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

During one of my random walks recently I stumbled
upon a gem at 777 Thomas Street. It’s a great example
of an Art Deco style building designed by
George Wellington Stoddard in 1931, a notable and
prolific Seattle architect whose buildings are scattered
throughout Seattle.

But little did I know, this gem is at the center of an
interesting controversy that surrounds the future of
the building. When I got home I was curious and
researched the building to learn more about it and was
surprised to learn that it’s “fighting for its life” and seeking
to be preserved as a landmark. Currently the developer is
suing the city in what sounds like a battle over development.
It will be interesting to follow and see what happens.
With all the new development around the South Lake Union area
I think would be nice to save it…what do other people think?

Read the interesting story here
This is an architects report on neighborhood preservation
Here is the new proposal

Architecture, Design, Eclectic, Pioneer Square, Seattle, Unique Places

Beautiful Storefront

October 11, 2013October 11, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

Olsen Kundig Architect’s [storefront] will be no longer.
[storefront] is closing after 2 groundbreaking years in
Pioneer Square. Celebrate Wed. Oct. 23 at 5 pm.
Sads.

Abstract, Architecture, Black & White Photography, Film & Movies, Photography, Sculpture, Seattle

Beautiful Arches

October 10, 2013October 18, 2013by jjfdesignsLeave a Comment

Took an afternoon to see Gravity today
at the IMAX and couldn’t resist the scenery.
Movie was technically+visually spectacular
but I enjoyed photographing the arches
just as well.

Arches late afternoon