Home in Harmony
Built with inclusiveness in mind, Batik is designed to bring neighbors and residents together, making it a place where people of all income levels, ages and cultures are welcome. This seven-story apartment community in the Yesler neighborhood includes 195 apartments over retail, with 39 units affordable to households earning 65 to 80 percent of Area Median Income.
Batik is named for a method of dying textiles that is prevalent in the Middle East, India, Central Asia, and Africa. Both its name and its architecture reflect patterns and colors inspired by Yesler’s many cultures. From the carefully selected indoor and outdoor artwork that celebrates diversity, to amenities that offer opportunities for residents to interact and learn about each other, Batik offers its residents an immersive cultural experience.
| Sustainability | LEED Platinum & Salmon-Safe Certified |
|---|---|
| Architect | Runberg Architecture Group |
| Contractor | Exxel Pacific |
| Public Artwork | Maya by Saya Moriyasu |
By the Numbers
Patterned with Soul
Designed with input from local artists and the community, Batik features creative elements like ground level apartments with neighborhood stoops, a community kitchen for sharing meals, and an old-school playroom—embracing Yesler’s multicultural identity while looking forward to the future.
An eye for detail
Building Features
- Resident lounge
- Rooftop with BBQ kitchen
- Edible rooftop garden
- Game room
- Fitness center
- Dog run
- Community kitchen
- Self-service package lockers with text notifications
Home Features
- City and Mt. Rainier views*
- Open concept living areas
- Soft-close cabinetry
- Quartz countertops
- Private patios*
- Air conditioning or A/C window ports
- Walk-in closets*
- Energy-efficient stainless steel appliances
- High-efficiency, front load ventless washer & dryer in units
- Controlled-access parking garage
See what else makes Batik remarkable
Café Calaveras Finds a Home
Two years ago, founder Clarissa Griego was serving coffee under a tent with borrowed ice chests at a lowrider show in White Center. This summer, she opened her first brick-and-mortar cafe inside Vulcan Real Estate’s Batik apartment building on Yesler. The name honors the sugar skulls of Día de los Muertos, the Mexican holiday that celebrates ancestry, life, and death. For Griego, that tradition is the framework for her shop.
Creating Opportunity for All in Yesler Developments
Anyone who lives or works in Seattle is all too aware of the challenges that come with being America’s fastest growing city. How do we ensure that our city remains inclusive and welcoming to people of all income levels and cultures?
