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We can file this project in the not going to be built any time soon file. The building was designed by Zahn Architects as a 28-unit new construction proposal along U Street but the developers have the project on hold. However if it does ever get built, it’s going to have one amazing penthouse rooftop. We’re not sure on the facade color though.

[Rendering: Zahn Architect]

The self titled “Crown Jewel of Georgetown,” the Residences at Harborside are seven penthouse units on the sixth floor of the new office building behind the Swedish Embassy on the Georgetown waterfront. The build is a modern study in glass and white sandstone and fits right in with it’s embassy neighbor.

As you can see, the building has got a great picturesque location though the units are not exactly waterfront, as we said the Swedes are between the Residences and the Potomac. Only two out of the seven units have been sold so far, and of course those are the ones with the best view. 

Out of the remaining units we like 602 the best (pictured below). The 6,600 sq ft unit has a wrap around terrace and rooftop access with two floors and 3 bedrooms. You still get a bit of the waterfront view as apposed to the other units which have nice views of the Whitehurst freeway. Despite the great Georgetown location, they seem to be having a little trouble making the sell on those units without the views. 

So what do you think? would you pay millions of dollars for an obstructed view of the Potomac?