Seems I have a few gray houses this weekThis one is in Brooklyn Heights on Montague St. Even with the fire escape running down the front it still a nice looking building. It is called The Arlington. Year completed: 1887 Architect: Montrose W. Morris Floors: 10 Style: Romanesque Revival New York City Landmark: 1965 National Register of Historic Places: 1962Also Brooklyn Hts. A couple leftovers from last week.
This one too. They were doing some work on this one. I love the arch behind that first door
Closeup if details inside St Anns ChurchThis one tooThis is a side door of the churchThese last four are closeups from inside St Anns Church. They were so nice. I asked permission to go in and take pictures. They said, sure! Even turned on the lights so I would get better shots!Always loved the look of this house
Pat
5/12/22
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These are marvelous doors, Pat. I love fire escapes, so I think the The Arlington is wonderful. I love the color of that stone. The house at the top, with the large porch is also very nice. They all are nice. Picking a favorite comes down to thinking about where I’d be comfortable. I like the porch. I also like the gray house above The Arlington. I like the way the arch at the entrance is duplicated above in the attic window. Thanks fo sharing this great collection.
Thank you Dan. Glad you enjoyed it. Usually when I think fire escape I think clutter. You’d be surprised what some folks do on their fire escape.. hanging laundry, mini barbecue…crazy, I know. But this one is not in that category. I love the porch too. I’ve seen a modern day porch that was actually a daybed swing from 4 chains. That thing was the size of a full size bed. Been having dreams about one every since. And I just saw what you meant about the arch🙂.
I remember some fire escape images Norm shared when he was hosting Thursday Doors. He had one photo from underneath that I thought was wonderful. I think it’s like anything else, if you work to make it part of the building, it looks OK. A daybed swing? I might never get up. I hope you have a nice weekend.
Beautiful photos! I especially like the one that is being restored–love the arches and details. Some of these houses look like the ones in my town; they’re probably from the same time period.
Thanks! You’re right, they’re probably from the same time. That’s Brooklyn for ya! One moment you’re getting the feel of a small town and the next the senses are in disarray from all the traffic noise and people. Thanks for stopping by🙂
That is a unique combination of old and big city. Some day I’ll make it out far to visit. My town is just old and sleepy. I like it that way—I can get my city feel in any of the other busy SoCal cities whenever I want (but most don’t have this neat historical architecture).
Hi Pat, these are super doors. The sculptures are gorgeous. I can’t help focusing on the first three houses which would make stunning gingerbread house designs.
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Some really stunning buildings. I love the architecture! Brooklyn Heights has a lot to offer 🙌🏼
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It sure does! There are some nice restaurants there as well. A good place to spend an evening!🙂
Pat
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Amazing! Maybe one day I will see myself 🙏🏼🙏🏼
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These are marvelous doors, Pat. I love fire escapes, so I think the The Arlington is wonderful. I love the color of that stone. The house at the top, with the large porch is also very nice. They all are nice. Picking a favorite comes down to thinking about where I’d be comfortable. I like the porch. I also like the gray house above The Arlington. I like the way the arch at the entrance is duplicated above in the attic window. Thanks fo sharing this great collection.
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Thank you Dan. Glad you enjoyed it. Usually when I think fire escape I think clutter. You’d be surprised what some folks do on their fire escape.. hanging laundry, mini barbecue…crazy, I know. But this one is not in that category. I love the porch too. I’ve seen a modern day porch that was actually a daybed swing from 4 chains. That thing was the size of a full size bed. Been having dreams about one every since. And I just saw what you meant about the arch🙂.
Pat
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I remember some fire escape images Norm shared when he was hosting Thursday Doors. He had one photo from underneath that I thought was wonderful. I think it’s like anything else, if you work to make it part of the building, it looks OK. A daybed swing? I might never get up. I hope you have a nice weekend.
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That underneath shot sounds interesting. 🙂 A good weekend to you Dan.
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The Arlington is a beautiful building – red, black and white base.
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Glad you like it Frank.
Pat
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Amazing shots, Pat!
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Thanks Eugi😀
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I agree about the porch–that top house is my favorite.
I’m glad the Arlington is landmarked–a handsome building. (K)
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Thanks, me too. Love the color of that brick/stone. I don’t see a lot of that color around.
Pat
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Beautiful photos! I especially like the one that is being restored–love the arches and details. Some of these houses look like the ones in my town; they’re probably from the same time period.
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Thanks! You’re right, they’re probably from the same time. That’s Brooklyn for ya! One moment you’re getting the feel of a small town and the next the senses are in disarray from all the traffic noise and people. Thanks for stopping by🙂
Pat
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That is a unique combination of old and big city. Some day I’ll make it out far to visit. My town is just old and sleepy. I like it that way—I can get my city feel in any of the other busy SoCal cities whenever I want (but most don’t have this neat historical architecture).
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Hi Pat, these are super doors. The sculptures are gorgeous. I can’t help focusing on the first three houses which would make stunning gingerbread house designs.
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That made me smile. Thank you🙂
Pat
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Lovely photos. These are beautiful houses.
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Thank you, glad you like them
Pat
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