The Standard is impressively scaled and prominently situated on the hill in Seattle’s University District. Comprised of two high-rise towers and one mid-rise CLT (cross-laminated timber) building, The Standard at Seattle is located immediately adjacent to the University of Washington campus. The towers rise over the hilltop neighborhood and can be seen from all over Seattle. Yet up close on a human scale, The Standard is approachable. The neighborhood is characterized by an eclectic style and an abundance of art, allowing us to pursue a broad design language for the project. The two high rise towers feature dark blue panels that shift tones throughout the day. There’s a visual conversation from one tower to another. The Standard's design cleverly integrates the site’s unique elements, including an alleyway, a historic building, and a nearby light-rail station—each contributing distinct architectural expressions that serve the neighborhood’s varied needs. The heart of The Standard is a pedestrian through block corridor, connecting the three buildings and enhancing the neighborhood's urban fabric, allowing people to wander and engage throughout the space. All three lobbies open into the pedestrian corridor. With retail and residential amenity spaces, the space is vibrant and alive with a variety of urban environments. Ultimately, The Standard serves as an extraverted, welcoming expression of what’s possible with dense student housing in the heart of a city.