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The Wharf in the News

As the biggest development in the history of our nation’s capital, The Wharf is creating quite a buzz. Browse the most recent headlines below.

 

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The Wharf Lands $847M Construction Loan For Phase 2

calendar icon Sept. 27, 2019

The development team behind The Wharf has landed its second $800M-plus loan this year.  Hoffman-Madison Waterfront, a partnership of Hoffman & Associates, Madison Marquette and PSP Investments, announced Thursday it obtained an $847M construction loan for The Wharf's second phase. Goldman Sachs led the syndicate, along with Starwood Capital Group, Mack Real Estate Group and Pentagon Federal Credit Union. Eastdil Secured brokered the deal. 

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Harbours are the hot new neighbourhoods

calendar icon Sept. 17, 2019

Forward-thinking cities are investing billions to turn old docklands from no-go zones to places you’ll actually want to visit. Go to The Wharf  after a day on the National Mall. Start with East Coasters on the half shell at Hank’s Oyster Bar, then do dinner at Del Mar as the sun sets over the Potomac.(Condé Nast Traveller)

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The Wharf Wins Urban Land Institute Global Award for Excellence

calendar icon Sept. 5, 2019

The ULI Global Awards for Excellence, widely recognized as one of the development industry’s most prestigious awards programs, recognizes projects with a comprehensive level of quality and a forward-looking approach to development and design.(Urban Land Magazine)

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All About The Wharf, Washington D.C.'s Hottest Neighborhood

calendar icon Aug. 15, 2019

When The Wharf opened up just under two years ago, it became Washington D.C.’s newest aterfront neighborhood. We recently traveled to the nation’s capital to check out what all the hubbub is about — and we found great restaurants and bars, plenty of public programming and an impressive hotel in the InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf. (Luxury Travel Advisor)

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People Are Noticing How DC's Architecture Has Improved

calendar icon July 30, 2019

Since the 1980s, DC has had a reputation for conservative design, but there has been a significant change during this latest development cycle. Developers are trying new things and trying to innovate. No project has exemplified that change more than The Wharf. (Washington Business Journal)

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Pendry Hotels & Resorts Unveils Boutique Hotel at The Wharf Phase 2

calendar icon July 25, 2019

Pendry Hotels & Resorts has unveiled details about their boutique hotel to be located in the second phase of The Wharf. The hotel will include 131 guest rooms, 34 of which will be suites. Dubbed The Pendry Washington D.C. — The Wharf, the property will also include 5,000 square feet of meeting and event space, a spa and fitness center and three restaurants. 

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DC Voted: Here Are the Results of the Best of Washington Readers’ Poll 2019

calendar icon July 16, 2019

The Washingtonian magazine asked readers to vote on their favorite people, places, and things in the Washington area. A number of Wharf hotspots rose to the top, including Hank's Oyster Bar, the Municipal Fish Market, The Anthem, and District Doughnut. (Washingtonian)

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Australia's Today Show Films at The Wharf

calendar icon July 14, 2019

The cast of Australia's Today Show traveled across the globe to show off all aspects of the The Wharf--including the Municipal Fish Market, s'mores trailer, and rooftop views--to their Aussie viewers. The afternoon broadcast was livestreamed as a morning program in Australia, which is 14 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (The Today Show)

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Water Taxi & Wharf Jitney

Introducing one of the best ways to view the city and the easiest mode of transportation to get to destinations on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers: our new water taxi. And if you just want to get across the Washington Channel, catch our jitney to East Potomac Park for a round of golf or a leisurely stroll.

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Commercial Leasing

The District’s most noteworthy companies and retailers are setting down roots at The Wharf. Among the best commercial real estate in DC, our trophy spaces and prime retail locations provide prominent visibility and an attractive location with sweeping vistas and a lively after-work dining and entertainment scene.

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