Shooshan CompanyBallston One of the 5 Hottest Neighborhoods
How exciting! The View at Liberty Center and Ballston were just named as one of the 5 Hottest Neighborhoods in the Washington area by Washingtonian Magazine! Also mentioned are our very own Yona and creator Mike Isabella Concepts
Why You Should Consider Moving to Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, Virginia was recently named the “Best City for Recent Grads” by NerdWallet, an organization who, according to their website, focuses on “providing information, insight and consumer-driven advice about personal finance.”(1) NerdWallet analyzed 100 of the largest cities in the U.S. while searching for best environments for new college graduates. Data was gathered from the U.S. Census Bureau as well as the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Why Arlington? Arlington was chosen given the fact… Read More
National Walking Day Updates – Vendors & Giveaways
National Walking Day Updates – Vendors & Giveaways
Shooshan Company and Brandywine Realty Trust Unveil Arlington County’s First Vertically Mixed Use Building for Final Portion of Liberty Center
“Shooshan Company and Brandywine Realty Trust Unveil Arlington County’s First Vertically Mixed Use Building for Final Portion of Liberty Center”
The Cherry Blossom Festival: Around D.C. and Arlington
The National Cherry Blossom Festival has started in Washington, D.C. From now until April 17, you will be able to see the beautiful trees all over D.C. as well as surrounding areas like Arlington, Virginia. While many residents and visitors are familiar with the Cherry blossoms of D.C., not everyone is aware of their local origin. In fact, the Cherry blossom was a gift from Japan, circa 1912. The United States received… Read More
Things To Do In Arlington, Virginia
If you’re new to Arlington, VA, or just visiting, it’s sometimes hard to figure out what the best things to do in the area are. Luckily, there are plenty of resources out there which lay it out for you. With more people out due to the weather changing, we thought it would be nice to take a look at one of the most popular travel sites: TripAdvisor. If you have never used this site,… Read More
260 Feet Above Arlington?
In the video above, Clark Construction (our contractor), members of the Shooshan team and our construction lender, Suntrust, take a tower crane climb for our Marymount Residential Project, a 267 unit apartment building that is opening up in 2017. At roughly 260 feet above street level and taking about 30 minutes to reach the top, it’s no wonder this view of Arlington is so great! The Shooshan Company would like to thank Kaley Rhodes, an office… Read More
Arlington County Hiking Trails
With the weather finally becoming more enjoyable, it’s time to start looking at ideas for outdoor activities. Arlington County maintains “36 miles of multi-use trails and 50 miles of connecting bicycle routes” (1). The Arlington County Bicycle Comfort Level Map is a great resource for planning your next ride (2). At The Shooshan Company, we like to explore new options the area has to offer. So whether you are planning a day out… Read More
Arlington Thrive’s Bingo Happy Hour
Arlington Thrive is a non-profit organization “that provides same-day, emergency financial assistance to County residents who experience sudden financial crisis such as temporary unemployment or illness. Most clients are the working poor, elderly and disabled people on a fixed income, and the homeless and formerly homeless who need Arlington Thrive’s funds as a ‘safety net’ until they are able to get back on firmer financial footing.”(1) Raising awareness and funds is key… Read More
Arlington POPS Give the Community a Voice
The Arlington Partnership for Children, Youth, and Families is an extension of Arlington County whose mission is “To improve the health, wellbeing, and safety of children, youth, and families in Arlington through researching young people’s needs, advocating for improved policies and programs to meet those needs, and engaging all members of our community as part of the solution.” One of the subjects covered by the APCYF is the improvement of parks and recreation through POPS,… Read More