Pierre Charles L'Enfant was the man who did the basic planning.
No, George Washington did not take the presidency in Washington, D.C. The city of Washington, D.C. did not exist when Washington became president in 1789. The city was not established until 1790 and he served his first term as president in New York City, and his second term in Philadelphia.
Washington, the capital city of the US was named for George Washington, the first US President.
George Washington was inaugurated in New York City where the first US capital was located.
George Washington. The city was named for him after he died.
George Washington was in charge when the capital city was being planned.
New York City
New York City.
George Washington.
New York City
George Washington lived in New York City as president.
George Washington, because the city didn't exist yet.
Federal Hall in New York City