Private members’ club The Ned is set to open its doors in Washington DC in winter 2024. 

Taking residence within President’s Park, with a panorama of the US Treasury and White House, Ned’s Club Washington DC offers a globally-influenced design that complements DC’s unique character, inspired by the roaring twenties and neoclassical designs. The Club will occupy the upper three floors of its building, once home to iconic DC institutions such as Riggs Bank and American Security and Trust Company.

The interiors, by Soho House Design and Stonehill Taylor, pull inspiration from the property’s Art Deco historical vestibule. Throughout the site, history and art converge with custom mosaic designs on the floor complemented by a palette of vibrant gold, blue and green. The tenth floor stands as a tribute to former US presidents, each room reflecting the unique styles of their eras.

Spaces across the property include The Library, complete with an elegant bar and fireplace; The Dining Room, with stained-glass fixtures and rich wooden accents envisioned to nod to the Kennedy years; and the Loft Restaurant and Rooftop Terrace, a space adorned with custom mosaic artworks that pay homage to the historical Walker Building.

Ned’s Club Washington DC will exhibit two permanent art collections. The first is a pointed look at gender imbalance in the American political landscape. Taking as its starting point the ratio of male presidents in American history to the number of women Presidents, the collection inverts these numbers. Entitled No President and displayed in one space together, a carefully selected collection will present the work of 46 American women artists. The second collection champions local artists, displaying the work of those who are born, based or trained in Washington, DC. The local collection will include site-specific commissions and a diverse range of artists, from museum-level names to emerging talent.

“We are thrilled to unveil Ned’s Club Washington DC, our modern interpretation of the private member’s club, as the latest in our global collection,” says Gareth Banner, Group Managing Director. “It’s an honor to welcome new members to this extraordinary venue, which stands as a testament to the city’s rich history. At Ned’s Club Washington DC, we’re not just providing physical spaces but an environment that reimagines networking, entertainment, dining and events in an iconic building and location that only DC could offer.”