Luxury brands in the auto world and fashion have joined a preschool at The Collection at Chevy Chase, with Dunkin' underwriting murals.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
CHEVY CHASE, MD — Luxury brands in the automotive world and fashion have joined a preschool at The Collection at Chevy Chase, with Dunkin' underwriting murals for the sites.
The Chevy Chase Land Company, a commercial real estate investment and asset management firm, welcomed Porsche Studio, Brooks Brothers and Bright Horizons to its mixed-use retail destination at 5471 Wisconsin Ave. in the Friendship Heights neighborhood, this month.
Dunkin’ opened in September nearby at 2 Wisconsin Circle, and commissioned murals by local artists for both The Collection and 2 Wisconsin Circle.
“Our commitment has been to create a strategic mix of retail and services to accommodate the daily needs and wants of shoppers, diners, visitors, neighbors, and office workers in a central location,” said John Ziegenhein, CEO of The Chevy Chase Land Company, in a news release. “Adding Bright Horizons here is a benefit for parents seeking childcare near to where they work and live, and we’re proud to keep Brooks Brothers on the same block as they move from just across the street. We have the excitement of the Porsche Studio adding to the lineup of incredible restaurants and retail at The Collection.”
Porsche Studio Chevy Chase features cutting-edge design elements that highlight its vehicles in a retail format across 3,756 square feet. The concept, owned and operated by Sonic Automotive, the owner of Porsche Bethesda, is located next to Junction Bistro and Hunter’s Hound across from Clyde’s.
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“As general manager of Porsche Studio Chevy Chase, I am excited to bring Porsche’s excellence to this dynamic community,” said Quinn Burroughs in a news release. “We look forward to creating memorable experiences and building lasting connections with all who share our enthusiasm.”
Brooks Brothers, founded in New York City in 1818, has famously dressed 41 U.S. presidents, as well as leaders from politics, business, arts and entertainment. It’s new store at the Collection measures 5,722 square feet and offers men’s and women’s sportswear and tailored clothing including Made to Measure.
“We are proud to be a long-standing presence in the Chevy Chase community,” said Ken Ohashi, Brooks Brothers CEO, in a news release. “Our beautiful new location at The Collection allows us to provide an enhanced experience for our customers and is a showcase for our men’s and women’s collections designed by Michael Bastian.”
Bright Horizons, located in 11,638 square feet at 17 Wisconsin Circle, offers full-day, full-year early education and care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old at the care center with an onsite outdoor playground and secure entryways.
“We’re so pleased to fulfill a significant need for those families who work nearby and need daily daycare, as well as those who need drop-in care,” said Shantee Bentzen, center director at Bright Horizons. “The children flourish with both our indoor and outdoor opportunities for play, nutritious meals, healthy interaction, and a bright and happy environment supported by the best vetted educators.”
The Collection's tenants include Tiffany & Company, Amazon Fresh, Capital One Bank, Giorgetti, Capital Laser & Skincare, Clyde’s Restaurant, The Hunter’s Hound, Junction Bistro, Bar & Bakery, Joy by Seven Reasons, and Merritt Gallery, among others. Seasonal events are ongoing at the shopping center.
Committed to public art, The Chevy Chase Land Company has strategically placed sculptures in Farr Park, the Tiered Plaza, and Johnston Park. A new mural is in place above Junction Bistro.
At 2 Wisconsin Circle, The Chevy Chase Land Company recently unveiled two grand murals spanning floor to ceiling designed by local muralist Cory Bernat.
Dunkin’ also debuted a 400-square-foot kiosk on the street level of 2 Wisconsin Circle, greeting customers as they enter and exit the Friendship Heights Metro station. 2 Wisconsin Circle is a 13-story Class A office building at the intersection of Wisconsin and Western Avenues.
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