Friday, February 28, 2014

Bloomingdale front steps -- open/metal vs. closed/brick -- what do YOU think ?

There have been some Bloomingdale rowhouse renovations that have included the conversion of the existing front steps -- brick steps that are "closed" and do not allow natural sunlight through -- to wrought iron steps that * are * open to natural sunlight and air.

What do YOU think ?

Here is an example:
                                            

Here is 1733 1st St NW with the existing front steps constructed of brick.



Here is the rowhouse next door -- 1735 1st Street NW -- that has been converted to two condominium units.  The front steps have been converted from brick to iron.

1 comment:

Bloomingdale Resident said...

I like the iron steps on the older row homes in the city - not sure when the style switched to brick. Today, they not only allow more light, but also more space.

The brick steps are probably nicer for stoop sitting. They may block light, but they also don't let rain and snow drip on you at downstairs door.

Sorry - don't think I have a strong preference, either way. But I do like some of the old carved stone accents.