Standing as a monument to urban rhythms and tranquil luxury, West Edge’s elegant interior reveals moments of awe and discovery.
Residents entering the lobby are greeted by a glass-enclosed courtyard, open to the sky, that offers an ever-changing glimpse of seasonality through a living Japanese maple tree. This unique atrium space—the Green Jewel Box—is our inventive solution to the unexpected design problem of giving a pedestrian views into the interior courtyard. A custom, wedge-shaped skylight ties the narrow strip of windows running down the south façade, breaking at the roof plane, to the Green Jewel Box. This living art piece naturally changes with the seasons and creates a purposeful moment for reflection and pause.
Moving through the building, the design reflects a higher level of material elegance and sophistication. A textured marble wall, inviting fireplace, and luxurious carpet mimicking the waters of the Puget Sound surround curated furniture arrangements. The elevator lobbies subtly nod to the design of West Edge’s exterior with angled, blackened steel panels and illuminated, art-glass sections.
High-design building amenities are inviting extensions of home. A versatile living room can easily accommodate crowd sizes large and small, and it can readily transition from an interior space to an outdoor patio; an expansive fitness room and a private dining room/conference area support more kinetic and group activities. For residents wanting to slip away from the fast-paced city, we strategically placed quiet spaces with fireplaces and reading nooks throughout the building.
As the exterior metal-and-glass tower transitions from its shadowy pedestal to its luminous apex, the apartments’ interior designs gradually shift from dark to light. The podium-level apartments are smaller and warm, with exposed, honest materials and an industrial feel. The tower apartments blend light and dark elements in an aesthetic happy medium between raw materiality and refinement. At the top, the penthouses exude polish, finish, and lightness. Thoughtfully designed kitchens emphasize, through dramatic window walls, the ever-changing natural light and specific vantage point overlooking Seattle’s surrounding landscapes.