For a visual representation of this essay, follow along with my prezi. 14th street NW has a deep and tumultuous history that has been distantly moderated by Washington politicians, realtors, and citizens for decades. Googling 14th street now delights the modern shopper or hip diner with a plethora of trendy options, but from a researcher’s perspective, […]
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Commonplace #9: Public Notice in Shaw
While I know little about zoning, I know that it is a relatively impersonal process executed by the city. With that in mind, I was surprised to see this sign in Shaw, DC, advertising a public notice for a public hearing. The sign reads: “The board of zoning adjustment of the District of Columbia will […]
Digital Description: Digital Record #5
Here is a list of all the meeting times. This page changes daily with different scheduled meetings for each day. The aesthetic of the club’s appearance and colors are displayed again to make the site uniformed. The meetings page is also an example of how the side panels and their advertisements remain the same for […]
Digital Description: Digital Record #4
This is a list of the holiday events and meetings. The opening sentence stresses that the club is opened 365 days a year, and the claim is supported by the events scheduled for holidays which is when most places are closed. The list presents fundraising, formal, and holiday events which would also occur in a […]
Digital Description: Digital Record #3
This is the second half of the membership page. The prices for each level of members is shown with different accompanying fees. There is the option for a monthly payment and a annual payment. At the bottom of the page are the four methods of payment which makes donating easy for anyone.
Digital Description: Digital Record #2
Here is a screenshot of the syntax used to encourage people to donate to the club by becoming a member. The information is distributed through bullet points in order to give visitors a quick read through of the effects of their potential contributions. The information about tax cuts for donors is italicized, bolded, and underlined […]
Digital Description: Digital Record #1
This is the top half of the first page a visitor will see as he or she opens the site. The picture of the chairs resembles the setup of the meeting room. Also shown are the links on the left hand side of the page that prompt people to donate to the club. The right […]
A Simple and Revolutionary Design: The WeWork Website
As I entered the WeWork Wonder Bread Factory building, inspiration overtook me. I was surrounded by modern-graphic art, and young workers ready to take on the world. When I entered the WeWork Wonder Bread Factory website, I felt the same feeling as when I walked into the building itself. By simply being in the building, […]
14th Street’s Revolutionary Complex Local System
Amanda Abrams’s article, “In D.C., a Street’s Grit Gives Way to Glamour,” explores the public impact of the swelling developmental revolution on 14th street NW through historic, economic, and interpersonal lenses. The article is in no way a warning to citizens, but a notice: with corporate interest on the rise, 14th street will continue to […]
Springfield Baptist Church: Serving Others
This picture relates to the concept that I mentioned regarding the pastor’s message of serving other. This image depicts the church’s annual veteran’s day breakfast. The event is meant as a way to give back to the men and women who selflessly put their lives on the line to protect this country and what it […]