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All great things begin in light. This is Vela. Contemporary residential living located at The Yards in Washington, DC. A unique community that embodies qualities of warmth, comfort, and the nurturing atmosphere of home combined with a modern minimalism energizing us to live purposefully.

All great things begin in light. This is Vela. Contemporary residential living located at The Yards in Washington DC. A rental property that embodies qualities of warmth, comfort, and the nurturing atmosphere of home combined with a modern minimalism energizing us to live purposefully.

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A Coworking shared space with comfortable chairs and ample lighting looking out the outdoor terrace
Wooden table and chairs in outdoor terrace with fireplace
A modern high-end fitness centter with gray workout equipment and floor to ceiling windows

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Thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes rooted in Scandinavian design promoting calm and balance.

  • A comforting reprieve surrounding you with good nature.
  • Well-designed home layouts capturing the best of contemporary living.
  • Modern floor-to-ceiling walls of windows bring the outdoors in with an abundance of views and light.
An open penthouse apartment living space and kitchen with a range and overhead
Bathroom with rich walnut cabinetry, polished finishes, and enclosured glass shower
Open shared club room with gray seating and natural lighting

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A rooftop furnished game room with green chairs, brown couch and a shuffleboard table
A modern lobby with comfortable white chairs and floor to ceiling windows, looking out onto the outdoor terrance
A furnished apartment with a white couch, chairs, floor to ceiling windows and a finished kitchen

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Designed by Perkins Eastman, Vela brings a unique silhouette to Southeast DC with a signature floating double-height glass bridge fitness center and tranquil water views of the Anacostia River. Vela’s floor-to-ceiling and wraparound windows invite high levels of natural light into every corner combining functionality and beauty.

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at The Yards

 

To be at The Yards is to be part of an authentic neighborhood where never-before-seen concepts launch and uniqueness is celebrated with local favorites and world-class brands. Be surrounded by a curated mix of local and national retailers, restaurants and green space right outside your door; a next-generation neighborhood with a true day-to-night lifestyle with endless options.

 

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The Yards DC foot bridge at dusk looking out at the Anacostia river
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1300 Yards Place SE

Washington, DC 20003

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OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Tuesday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Wednesday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

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