Skyline’s Olympic Tower ushers in a new era of luxury living and comprehensive care for seniors in Seattle, offering a blend of integrated, people-centered programs. Designed in close collaboration with Transforming Age, the City of Seattle, and resident liaisons from the existing Skyline community, the project rises from a small, steeply sloping site in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. The result is a stunning 21-story high-rise that not only provides seniors with an extraordinary living environment but also enriches their social and cultural experiences, all while offering breathtaking views of the Olympic Mountains and the city skyline. The vision for Olympic Tower reflects the ambition to “transform the perception of age” by blending luxury, elegance, and integrated amenities into a space that promotes an enhanced quality of life. Vertical living offers many advantages for seniors, particularly in fostering a compact, connected community ideal for aging in place. Our design creates a seamless connection between the residents and the city beyond, with easy access to the surrounding urban landscape while ensuring that life inside remains vibrant and supportive. A distinctive curved, glazed exterior maximizes the sweeping panoramic views, while a solid cementitious base anchors the tower to the First Hill neighborhood. This striking design was finalized after our visualization team presented a fly-through animation that won the approval of the client and key project stakeholders, cementing their confidence in the building’s aesthetic and function. At its heart, Olympic Tower is about connection—between people, spaces, and the wider world. The design creates a unique and inviting building that connects the amenities of the entire Skyline community. A spacious 5,000-square-foot performance hall at the ground level sets the tone, offering an active hub for cultural and social gatherings. Whether residents are meeting in the living room lobby or sharing stories over coffee in the corner bistro, the space fosters an atmosphere of warmth, accessibility, and engagement, creating a vibrant, 24/7 community that thrives in the heart of Seattle.