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Seattle State of the Market

Exploring Transformative Developments, Insights from Top CEOs, Downtown Activations and Navigating Project Success Amidst Market Volatility

Event Ended On: Tuesday September 24 2024

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Chapter Building I

Chapter Buildings: A Premier Mixed-Use Development in Seattle's U District
The Chapter Buildings offer a blend of office, life sciences, and retail spaces in Seattle's University District, fostering a unique community atmosphere in a thoughtfully designed environment. A collaboration between Touchstone, a subsidiary of Urban Renaissance Group, and Portman Holdings, this 400,000 SF Class-A development was thoughtfully designed with tenants in mind, offering first-rate amenities, extensive outdoor spaces, and seamless connectivity to the vibrant neighborhood. Located just three blocks from the University of Washington and a block from the U District Light Rail station, the Chapter Buildings offer easy access to Downtown Seattle, the Burke Gilman Trail, and major highways, making it an ideal hub for innovation and connectivity.

With a focus on wellness, connection, and flexibility, the Chapter Buildings are crafted to meet the diverse needs of today's workforce. Building I offers 240,000 SF of premium office space and 9,000 SF of retail, designed to enhance productivity with expansive views, abundant natural light, and adaptable common areas. Building II features a state-of-the-art 148,000 SF life sciences facility, equipped with lab spaces and workstations to attract top bioscience talent. The development includes rooftop decks with panoramic views of the U District, Mt. Rainier, and the Seattle skyline, providing a refreshing retreat for tenants. Prioritizing sustainability, the buildings feature a dedicated outdoor air system for fresh air circulation and have achieved LEED Gold and Fitwel certifications. The Brooklyn Cut, a 5,200 SF pedestrian connector, further integrates green spaces and fosters a strong sense of community within the complex.

To learn more about the Chapter Buildings, please visit www.chapterbuildings.com.

Speakers and Panels

Seattle's Next Chapter: State of the Market Insights

Seattle’s Prominent CRE Leaders Discuss Evolving Market Dynamics, Downtown Activations, Back-to-Office Trends, and the City’s Rebound

Bill Frame

Bill Frame

CEO & Chairman, Kidder Mathews
Wes Larson

Wes Larson

CEO, Sound West Group

Navigating Project Success Amidst Market Volatility

From Entitlement and Financing Models to Construction Trends, and Site Selection Alternatives, How are Seattle's CRE Leaders Driving Projects to Completion?

Kim Faust

Co-President & Chief Development Officer, MainStreet Property Group

Holly Gardner

President, The Schuster Group

Transformative Developments: Projects That Are Reshaping the City’s Future

From Mixed-Use Activations and Luxury Residential to Retail Revitalization and Gentrification, Discover the Landmark Projects Shaping the Emerald City

Brian Fritz

Brian Fritz

Regional SVP, Development, AvalonBay Communities

Patricia Laughman

Partner, Cairncross and Hempelmann

What You'll Learn:

What You’ll Learn:

  • Explore how each asset class in Seattle, including residential, retail, industrial, and office, has evolved in response to changing market dynamics and demand shifts.
  • Identify which specific markets within Seattle have experienced increased demand for new products, such as mixed-use complexes and TODs, and analyze the factors driving this demand.
  • Understand the diverse financing models Seattle's CRE leaders utilize to navigate market fluctuations and ensure project success.
  • Explore emerging construction trends and alternative site selection strategies to mitigate risks and drive projects forward despite market volatility.
  • Gain insights into the innovative approaches behind mixed-use activations and transit-oriented developments transforming Seattle's urban fabric.
  • Learn from top CEOs about the demographic shifts impacting Seattle's real estate market and strategies for adapting to evolving trends.
  • Explore insights into the future of office spaces in Seattle, including back-to-office trends and the city's overall economic rebound trajectory.

 

Major Projects Our Speaker will Discuss:

  • Avalon Bothell Commons, a stunning 23-acre development by AvalonBay Communities, will feature 800 luxury units and 8,000 sq. ft. of retail, opening this September in Bothell
  • Solera, a mixed-use master-planned community with approximately 37,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, 590 rental apartments, and as many as 96 attached townhomes on more than 10 acres
  • 900 Rainier, a vibrant, 40,000 SF mixed-use development featuring a 400-unit, mixed-income apartment community at the north end of the Rainier Valley.

 

How You’ll Do More Business: Join us as we delve into Seattle's investment and development landscape, examining its resilience amidst recent challenges. Discover how Seattle's top projects are shaping the surrounding neighborhoods and the community. Explore the revitalization efforts in downtown, and analyze how leading real estate professionals penciling projects in today's volatile market conditions.

 

Who You’ll Meet During Networking: Owners, developers, investors, brokers, city and government officials, business consultants, architects, engineers, lawyers, accountants, and bankers.

 

Why You Should Attend This Session: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to help you identify opportunities, build your network, and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than we do.

 

For questions, recommendations, comments, or press inquiries please email our event producer, Bora Altunay, at bora.altunay@bisnow.com. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact rachel.sundin@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.

Venue

Chapter Building I
4530 12th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105

Floor: 7th floor


Parking Information:

On site parking with staff to assist. Parking will be at a discounted rate of $7 + taxes. Overflow parking will be available across the street if necessary

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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
9:05 AM
Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM
9:05 AM
Remarks from Chapter Building's Ownership
9:05 AM
9:10 AM
Opening Remarks
9:10 AM
9:55 AM
Navigating Project Success Amidst Market Volatility
From Entitlement and Financing Models to Construction Trends, and Site Selection Alternatives, How are Seattle's CRE Leaders Driving Projects to Completion?
9:55 AM
10:15 AM
Case Study: Waterfront Revitalization Coming to Fruition
From Large Civic Projects and the New Overlook Walk to Cultivating Culture and Energy in the Heart of Seattle
10:15 AM
10:35 AM
Networking Break
10:35 AM
11:20 AM
Transformative Developments: Projects That Are Reshaping the City’s Future
From Mixed-Use Activations and Luxury Residential to Retail Revitalization and Gentrification, Discover the Landmark Projects Shaping the Emerald City
11:20 AM
12:05 PM
Seattle's Next Chapter: State of the Market Insights
Seattle’s Prominent CRE Leaders Discuss Evolving Market Dynamics, Downtown Activations, Back-to-Office Trends, and the City’s Rebound
12:05 PM
12:35 PM
Closing Networking

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