Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Netflix Proposes Visible D.C. Presence with Office and Screening Space
Imagine Netflix wants a cool new place in Washington D.C. that's not just a regular office.
They've asked permission to use a big spot in an old, famous department store building.
This new place would have offices for their workers, but also a special room where they can show movies and invite people for parties.
It would be right on the street, making it more visible.
Right now, Netflix has offices in D.C., but they are small and not very public.
This new space could help bring more energy to the downtown area.
They need special approval because it's changing from a store area to a place for entertainment-related offices.
Netflix has filed plans for a new, more visible office and entertainment space in Washington D.C.
The proposed location is on the first and second floors of the historic former Woodward & Lothrup department store building.
The space would include offices, a screening lounge, reception area, and a red carpet arrival sequence for events.
Building owner Douglas Development stated the project would eliminate vacant space and signal significant investment in Downtown D.C.
Netflix is seeking zoning approval to change the building's use from retail to arts and entertainment-affiliated office space.
- Who
- Netflix and building owner Douglas Development
- What
- Netflix is proposing to establish a more visible and public-facing presence in Washington D.C. with new offices and a screening space.
- When
- Plans have been filed with zoning officials; the lease for Netflix's current offices expires in November.
- Where
- In the former Woodward & Lothrup department store building at 1025 F Street NW, Washington D.C.
- Why
- To eliminate a vacant space, create a significant new investment and presence in Downtown D.C., and energize the streetscape, while also potentially consolidating office needs as current lease expires.
- Proposed Location
- 1025 F Street NW, Washington D.C. (former Woodward & Lothrup department store building)
- Space Allocated
- Approximately 14,000 square feet on the first floor, plus second-floor office space
- Proposed Features
- Screening lounge, reception area, co-working space, red carpet arrival area, welcome lobby
- Current Netflix D.C. Office
- Smaller space on Pennsylvania Avenue
- Purpose of Space
- Offices, screening lounge, reception area for special events (screenings, receptions, premieres)
- Application Status
- Seeking Zoning Commission approval for a modification from retail to arts/entertainment-affiliated office use