Back in spring of 2008, a new design firm called “Stoke” moved into the old Bob’s Ballard TV shop at 24th Ave NW and NW 59th St.
This morning, Dave emailed us to say that they are busy remodeling the inside of the old building. “In the course of our work, we came-across a classic photo of old Ballard. We thought your readers might enjoy/recall 24th Ave NW — from way back in the day. And while the interior is going to be quite cool, we’re going to keep the exterior original — and the sign stays.”
A glimpse at the Ballard of yesteryear
I like the Corvair? van on the side of the building. Is that staying too?
Wow, someone else actually recognizes a Corvair van! Most people who even recall Corvair don't even know they made a van. Nice!
I used to work in that space before Stoke was there, and we'd still get the occasional old timer shuffle in there w/ a busted TV. I'm sure Dave has the same experience.
What does the sign say above the north space? I can't make it out…
Looks so homogenous.
Damn yuppies moving in here with their fancy horseless carriages and moving image radios. I tell you, Ballard was better before you all came here and ruined it.