Architecture Photo of Mason

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Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Mason

An Intersection of Urban Experiences

Mason & Main are a unique set of buildings located within Seattle’s Little Saigon neighborhood. Retaining the neighborhood’s original character - a place where cultures meet and weave together - the two sibling structures house emerging professionals, forever-renters, downsizing empty nesters, and individuals of all age groups. A recognition that not everybody has the same needs embodies the spirit of the Mason building; For that reason, each common room and amenity was designed with a different approach, for a different purpose, intended to be used at different times of the day. This innovative design direction lends itself to establishing the amenity spaces inside the Mason building as unique, independent destinations within the larger Mason & Main destination. The interior of Mason is saturated with subtle references to travel, and the growth of understanding that comes with it. Local art alluding to international styles makes that connection immediately within Mason’s foyer; the colossal, bright, colorful mural by Seattle artist Jazz Brown utilizes multicultural design elements to position the lobby entrance as a residential rendezvous – the village center, so to speak. Paired with the wide array of vibrant colors and intricate textures integrated throughout the building, it’s apparent that Mason offers an assortment of charming, one-of-a-kind locations for residents to come together and foster meaningful connections, all under a single roof. The thoughtful design decisions and unique user accommodations that comprise the destinations-within-the-destination encourage residents and guests alike to embrace the feelings of discovery, wonder, and openness associated with travel, learning, and connecting with other cultures. Though there are many elements inspired by other countries and cultures, Mason blends them together to create a terminus that exclusively reflects the diverse population it houses.

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Seattle, Washington
  • 335
  • 9 stories
  • 398421 sq. ft.
PROGRAM

Mid-Rise , Urban Living Interiors

PROJECT CONTACT

housing@ankrommoisan.com


Interior Story

Creating a Destination within a Destination

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Architecture Photo of Mason

© Moris Moreno

Creating a destination within a destination, the Mason building pulls inspiration from the history of the surrounding Little Saigon neighborhood, establishing itself as a melting-pot location where people from across the globe can come together to share space and exchange ideas, experiences, and traditions. The multicultural exchange and sense of personal growth that results from international travel is palpable in the Mason building’s décor. Jazz Brown’s 20-foot-tall mural, titled “Little One,” is inspired by interconnectedness and provides Mason with a sense of shared identity. Tactile, textured walls made of Venetian plaster with grooves hand-etched via bamboo trowels bring elements of the outdoors in, creating a layered experience of the space. Handmade rugs, from India and Seattle, tie the leasing office lounge area together and emphasize the meeting and melding of cultures. Sliding cane screens guard bookshelves and provide a sense of nostalgia, as they resemble the type of room divider that might be found in the cabin of a transatlantic ocean liner. Down the hall, graphic wallpaper depicting bright, colorful stamps from foreign countries envelopes the walls of the mail room, reminding residents that the world is at their fingertips. Amenities tailored to both active and leisurely endeavors are found throughout the building, referencing the range of activities one might participate in while on a trip abroad, beginning with the ample amount of coworking spaces in the entrance lobby. A perch set against a front window, comfortable lounge seats, large tables, and isolated working pods provide opportunities to stay refreshed and engaged while working from home. On the second floor, a state-of-the-art gym and an insulated karaoke-theatre room encourages residents to stay active or to gather together and embrace their fun-loving, artistic sides. At the top of the seventh floor, an indoor/outdoor community space grants residents access to postcard-perfect views of Seattle and Mt. Rainier. A peninsula gas fireplace surrounded by comfortable furniture carves out room for telling tales of past travels. The full kitchen with built-in banquette – separated from the patio by sliding glass doors – encourages tenants to cook meals for each other, as a way to experience different cultures. Basket-like light fixtures suspended above the kitchen reference the hand-made wares a globe-trotting traveler might bring home as a souvenir and provide bright, warm tones for the space, solidifying the coziness of residents’ shared home. All of Mason’s thought-out details and cultured design elements combine to make it a place where a person can become more worldly without ever leaving their apartment. After all, when a global village is your home, why would you need to go anywhere else?

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