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Posts By Zak Salih

Following are all articles by UrbanTurf author Zak Salih, from most recent to least.

Georgetown: What Will the Future Bring?

Georgetown: What Will the Future Bring?

Zak Salih | May 5th 2017

Apple-red gondolas that carry you across the Potomac River. Streetcars that slither under the Whitehurst Freeway and along the waterfront. Parks, mark... read»

Cleveland Park: Respecting the Past, Debating the Future

Cleveland Park: Respecting the Past, Debating the Future

Zak Salih | April 14th 2017

As more neighborhoods in DC embrace tidal waves of development, how much is Cleveland Park willing to evolve, and at what cost?... read»

U Street Corridor: Weekday Strollers, Weekend Warriors

U Street Corridor: Weekday Strollers, Weekend Warriors

Zak Salih | March 31st 2017

A renewed look at a northwest DC neighborhood that is balancing everyday residents with its weekend visitors.... read»

Penn Quarter: Chinatown Falling, CityCenter Rising

Penn Quarter: Chinatown Falling, CityCenter Rising

Zak Salih | March 17th 2017

Want an idea of what it’s like to live in Penn Quarter today? Consider the noodle.... read»

Brookland: Where Change and Charm Collide

Brookland: Where Change and Charm Collide

Zak Salih | February 24th 2017

With growing development prospects and a blend of artistic flair, Catholic history, academic life, and strong community bonds, Brookland moves forward... read»

Shepherd Park: Waiting for Walter

Shepherd Park: Waiting for Walter

Zak Salih | February 3rd 2017

The tight-knit neighborhood off 16th Street looks to maintain its well-deserved reputation as it gets a large new neighbor just to the south.... read»

Logan Circle: A Tale of Two Eras

Logan Circle: A Tale of Two Eras

Zak Salih | January 13th 2017

Once rife with prostitution, drug abuse and homelessness, Logan Circle is now home to trendy eateries, brand name shops and $2,000 a month studio apar... read»

H Street Corridor: From New West to Old East

H Street Corridor: From New West to Old East

Zak Salih | December 9th 2016

In 2009, the H Street Corridor was considered an up-and-coming neighborhood in DC. In 2016, that label is no longer appropriate.... read»

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