The Ned’s Club Washington DC Unveils an Architectural Ode to Glamour and Heritage

Source: Stonehill Taylor

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

A new chapter in Washington DC’s social scene has opened—quite literally—behind custom-crafted metal doors. Set across the top floors of the historic Walker Building and its newly integrated neighbor, the American Security Bank Building, The Ned’s Club Washington DC is a striking fusion of architectural preservation, cultural tribute, and contemporary indulgence. Brought to life by the design synergy between Stonehill Taylor and Soho House Design, this latest outpost marks the second collaboration between the teams behind The Ned and Soho House, and sets an elevated new standard for private member clubs in the capital.

Located in the heart of DC, the project has transformed two historic bank buildings into a singular, soaring retreat. The Stonehill Taylor architectural team achieved the ambitious task of linking the Art Deco façade of the Walker Building with the Neo-classical bones of the American Security Bank Building, creating an immersive four-floor experience spanning levels 9 through 12—though the 11th floor remains reserved for maintenance. The result? A sweeping and seamless environment where architectural storytelling meets modern exclusivity.

Step off the elevator and you’re instantly transported. The club's entrance is defined by geometric metalwork and hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper—a visual homage to the Walker Building’s stone detailing and the city’s famed cherry blossoms. Each detail, down to the custom mosaic floors and De Stijl-inspired patterns, reflects a reverence for time-honored craftsmanship wrapped in a thoroughly modern lens.

Across its many rooms, The Ned’s Club DC draws deeply from presidential lore. The members' library features bold striped wallpaper referencing the Obama-era White House, complemented by vintage mantels that echo statesmanlike charm. The parlor pays visual tribute to the Kennedy years, with murals inspired by the Sister Parish-designed Presidential Dining Room.

With each space curated to feel storied yet spirited, the result is far from static. By day, the library is a tranquil workspace. By night, it transforms into a bar buzzing with conversation, backdropped by bookshelves and design details that encourage a second look.

For those seeking both nourishment and national iconography, the club’s restaurant lounge presents a fireplace-lit stage with views of the Washington Monument. The adjacent Founders Dining Room looks toward the White House and features stained-glass windows and wood paneling, harmonized by a Kennedy family dining room-inspired carpet and a solarium-style ceiling—a design nod to legacy and leisure alike.

Meanwhile, the rooftop bar delivers sweeping skyline vistas atop intricate mosaic flooring. Whether sipping cocktails at sunset or gathering for a private event, members are treated to panoramic views that include the White House, the Washington Monument, and the Treasury Building.

Even in a space defined by structure and symmetry, nature finds its way in. The conservatory is filled with greenery, floral upholstery, and wicker furnishings, creating an atmosphere that blurs the boundaries between indoors and out. It’s an intimate contrast to the city beyond the windows—a garden of quiet luxury amid DC’s hum of diplomacy.

The Ned’s Club Washington DC opened in February 2025, joining the firmament of elite members’ clubs with a distinctive identity anchored in place and purpose. With design led by Stonehill Taylor’s Sara Duffy, Bethany Gale, Hiten Gandhi, and Marinda Thomas, the space reflects the firm’s broader ethos: contextual, intentional, and deeply aware of the cultural and historical threads it seeks to elevate.

Stonehill Taylor’s portfolio already includes renowned properties like the TWA Hotel, Ace Hotel New York, and Raffles Boston. Yet with The Ned’s Club DC, they have once again demonstrated how design can be both a mirror and a stage—reflecting a city’s past while hosting its future.